Inventory Merchandising & Media Specialist

Ourisman Chevrolet•Suitland, MD

About The Position

Here's to those who think differently. The ones who think that a car dealership's first priority should be the guest. Such a candid idea could only come from Ourisman. Because we're forward thinking, just like the communities we serve. Individuals who won't be constrained by how things "have always been done", but instead strive to do things "how they could be done" and "how they should be done." It is a philosophy we have infused into every fabric of our dealerships, from the bottom up, in every department, and in every Ourisman team member. Changing the way we all think about car buying is just the beginning. Role Summary Ourisman Automotive Group is seeking a highly accountable and execution focused Inventory Merchandising & Media Specialist to own the photography, videography, and digital merchandising of all New and Used vehicle inventory. This role is mission-critical to our digital retail strategy. The right candidate will ensure every vehicle is professionally presented online within 24 hours of availability, driving lead conversion, VDP (vehicle display page) engagement, and overall sales velocity. This individual will also support operational efficiency by assisting with vehicle movement, staging, and coordination between sales and detail.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and high standards for presentation quality.
Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
Basic photography and video editing skills (iPhone-level competency acceptable; professional experience a plus).
Self-starter with strong time management and operational discipline.

Nice To Haves

Prior automotive dealership experience preferred but not required.
Proficiency with inventory platforms such as vAuto preferred.

Responsibilities

Capture high-quality interior and exterior photos of all New and Used inventory.
Produce walkaround videos highlighting key features, condition, and value points.
Ensure consistent brand standards across all units.
Upload and organize media assets into inventory management systems daily.
Create compelling, accurate, and SEO (search engine optimization) optimized vehicle descriptions.
Enter and verify all equipment, packages, and options in vAuto.
Ensure pricing, comments, and merchandising notes are accurate and aligned with market strategy.
Maintain 100% merchandising compliance for all live inventory.
Create compelling, accurate, and SEO optimized vehicle descriptions.
Enter and verify all equipment, packages, and options in vAuto.
Ensure pricing, comments, and merchandising notes are accurate and aligned with market strategy.
Maintain 100% merchandising compliance for all live inventory.
Create compelling, accurate, and SEO-optimized vehicle descriptions.
Enter and verify all equipment, packages, and options in vAuto.
Ensure pricing, comments, and merchandising notes are accurate and aligned with market strategy.
Maintain 100% merchandising compliance for all live inventory.