Inventory Specialist - Onsite

Redwood Credit Union•Santa Rosa, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Redwood Credit Union's Auto Services is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Inventory Specialist to manage vehicle purchasing, inventory control, and marketing coordination. This role is essential to ensuring our dealership lot is stocked with high-quality, marketable vehicles and that inventory is accurately tracked and presented for sale. Join us and discover why you'll love working at Redwood Credit Union! ABOUT REDWOOD CREDIT UNION (RCU): At Redwood Credit Union, our mission is to passionately serve the best interests of our Members and communities. Since 1950, we have been dedicated to supporting the financial well-being of our Members through better rates, low or no fees, and best-in-class customer service. Our purpose is to inspire hope and elevate the financial well-being of our communities one person at a time, through good times and bad. As a not-for-profit financial institution, we are committed to a people-first approach, which is reflected not only in how we serve our Members, but also in how we treat our employees. Our leadership team is deeply focused on fostering a culture of heart and empathy, integrity, passion, inclusion, meaningful relationships, excellence, and ensuring financial well-being for all. Why work for Redwood Credit Union? 27th largest credit union in the U.S. and the largest financial institution based in the North Bay Awarded a 5-Star Rating based on 6/30/24 financial data by Bauer Financial Recognized by Newsweek as one of "America's Greatest Midsize Workplaces 2025" Recognized by Newsweek as one of "America's Best Credit Unions 2025" Top Corporate Philanthropists (#24) - San Francisco Business Times Voted Best Places to Work in the North Bay 20 years in a row World-class Employee Engagement scores Rated Superior in Service by more than 90% of Members, surveyed by SF Gate Industry leading Net Promoter Scores across the U.S.

Requirements

Knowledge of selling automobiles and/or other vehicles
General knowledge and understanding of vehicle components
Proficient knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel and Powerpoint
Proficient knowledge of Karpower and Kelly Blue Book
General knowledge and understanding of basic accounting principles to understand profit/loss and margin on vehicle sales
Excellent organization skills
Excellent service skills
Ability to act independently and confidentially with little or no supervision
Ability to distinguish and manage confidential information, materials and conversations
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a diverse environment
Skill in the operation of computers, printers and modern office equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to coordinate a variety of activities simultaneously and prioritize work.
Ability and desire to work in a team environment.
Ability to work weekends.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of people.
Ability to manage time efficiently and effectively.
Ability to qualify for and maintain a DMV Salesperson License.
Maintain a valid California Driver’s License.
Ability to maintain insurance on RCU Auto Services’ insurance policy.
The ideal candidate has a combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma (GED required) with a minimum of three years of related experience.
Must have a valid California Drivers License with clean driving record and be bondable.

Responsibilities

Using various sources including rental car companies, wholesale brokers, auction, trade-in and direct purchase, among others, determine automobiles that would sell well on our dealership lot.
Establish and maintain a professional relationship with auction, wholesale, broker, rental car, and consignment partners.
Analyze and track vehicles that would make sense for us to have an appropriate margin for sale.
Research and analyze market trends to keep up with the ever-changing environment of the auto industry in order to insure we carry the right vehicles for sale on the lot at all times.
Utilize the RCUAS purchasing guidelines to ensure purchase is within our pricing structure.
Monitor the pricing structure to ensure pricing guidelines remain appropriate.
Oversight of P&L as it relates to auto purchases and auto sales.
Attend auctions to purchase vehicles as necessary to replenish the lot.
Maintain and acquire relationships with auto mechanic shops and vendors to insure we have the best service available.
Negotiate rates with mechanic shops and vendors to maximize our gross profits.
Research, develop and implement new marketing strategies to maintain the vehicles “days in inventory” stays at a minimum.
Enter vehicle data into DMS and coordinate purchase payments.
Arrange transportation and inspect incoming vehicles for quality and accuracy.
Manage vehicle reconditioning, detailing, and repairs with vendors.
Maintain dealership lot presentation, ensuring vehicles are clean, fueled, and properly displayed.
Update inventory status boards and digital systems.
Assist Sales Advisors with post-sale vehicle issues.
Re-price vehicles based on market changes and internal pricing policies.
Upload and manage inventory on rcuauto.com and third-party automotive sites.
Coordinate weekly “Hot on the Lot” promotions with the Marketing team.
Maintain accurate and timely updates to all online listings.
Take and upload vehicle photos, print buyer guides, and NMVTIS reports.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance, mental health offerings
Employee performance incentive plan
Salary Advancement– Merit increase based on performance
401(k) program with employer match
Time Off- Competitive PTO accrual plus 11 paid company holidays and your birthday off!
RCU employees are eligible for a .75% discount off RCU standard collateral auto loans
RCU employees are eligible for a 1% discount on all recreational or boat loan products
2% discount off Visas and LOC Loans through RCU
0% interest loan to support employees with various immigration related expenses such as visa application fees and relocation costs. Loan amount up to $1,000.
0% interest loan to support employees with expenses associated with the naturalization process. Loan amount up to $15,000.
0% interest on garment, fitness, or home office equipment loan of up to $500
100% financing for employee purchased homes!