Buyer

Wheels, Inc.•Schaumburg, IL

46d•$47,300 - $66,200•Hybrid

About The Position

The Buyer performs several diverse tasks to procure vehicles from dealerships throughout the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico to satisfy the emergency and executive transportation needs of Wheels clients.

Requirements

Excellent negotiation skills
Knowledge of business math
Effective communication skills (verbal, written and listening)
Knowledge of general office practices
PC skills
Problem solving and conflict resolution skills
Customer service and telephone etiquette
Organizational skills
Team player
Flexibility, adapt to change easily
Ability to work effectively under pressure
High School diploma required
Dealership or automobile industry experience a plus

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Locate vehicles at the best price within 24 hours and purchases unit upon receipt of authorization
Purchase client-located and used vehicles from dealerships, as necessary
Communicate effectively with Account Executive and other Client Service personnel regarding all aspects of the stock purchase transaction
Demonstrate thorough understanding of fleet incentives, retail rebates, and customer eligibility
Demonstrate product knowledge for all makes models of cars and trucks including high-end and foreign vehicles for executive purchase programs
Demonstrate understanding of the differences between fleet and retail vehicle specifications
Establish and maintain business relationships with dealers and act as primary liaison between Wheels and dealer during the stock purchase transaction
Develop and utilize knowledge of title, registrations, and tax requirements as they apply to leased vehicles for all states, Canada, and Puerto Rico
Coordinate local deliveries, as necessary
Occasionally purchase dealer stock vehicles and process in a manner that simulates a factory order
Occasionally provide personal, executive, and prize car purchase assistance and effect payment and title and registration through Wheels
Assist another dept with incentive and rebate collection
Obtain billings for all units purchased to ensure timely payment and client billing
Obtain and proof for accuracy for all units
Resolve all dealer issues related to stock purchases, i.e., charge backs, billing discrepancies, delivery delays, missing, and incorrect information
Use applicable Wheels computer systems and Dealer Communication Systems effectively
Develop and maintain effective relationships with Direct Contact Clients
Assist other areas, as necessary
Other duties as assigned