Corporate Used Car Buyer - Friendship Automotive
About The Position
Friendship Automotive is hiring a Corporate Used Car Buyer to support used-vehicle inventory purchasing across its dealership locations. The role works with dealership leadership to identify inventory needs based on market trends, customer demand, and dealership sales. The buyer evaluates vehicle condition, acquisition costs, and potential profitability; purchases vehicles through auctions, dealerships, social media, and other sources; and negotiates prices in line with company buying standards. The position also collaborates with Acquisition Specialists on trade-in opportunities, maintains relationships with auctions, wholesalers, and dealership partners, coordinates vehicle delivery and allocation, and keeps purchasing records in compliance with company policy and regulatory requirements. Travel to dealerships and auctions is required as needed. Friendship Automotive describes itself as operating in four states, eight cities, and 17 locations, and notes opportunities for career growth. The posting states the company has been voted one of Automotive News' Best Dealerships to Work For for 14 years.
Requirements
- Previous experience in used car buying, wholesale purchasing, or automotive management is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of used vehicle values, market trends, and auction processes.
- Experience with vehicle appraisal tools, auction platforms, and inventory systems.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to make sound purchasing decisions and work independently.
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
- Willingness to travel to dealerships and auctions as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in used car buying, wholesale purchasing, or automotive management.
Responsibilities
- Work with dealership leadership to identify used inventory needs across locations based on market trends, customer demand, and dealership sales.
- Evaluate vehicle condition, acquisition costs, and potential profitability.
- Purchase used vehicles through auctions, dealerships, social media, and other buying sources.
- Negotiate purchase prices to meet company buying standards and ensure value.
- Collaborate with Acquisition Specialists to support and maximize trade-in opportunities.
- Build and maintain relationships with auctions, wholesalers, and dealership partners.
- Coordinate vehicle delivery and allocation to maximize profitability.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records in compliance with company policy and regulatory requirements.
- Travel to dealerships and auctions as needed.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Company holidays
- 401(k)
- Wellness reimbursements
- Gym reimbursements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
