New Car Manager - Lone Star Chevrolet

Sonic Automotive•Houston, TX

8d•$160,000 - $200,000

About The Position

Sonic Automotive is a multi-billion dollar Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive dealer groups in the country with 100+ dealerships nationwide across 25 brands. At Lone Star Chevrolet, a Sonic Automotive family dealership, you'll find the opportunities, resources, and support you need to grow and develop professionally. So read on, and consider a rewarding career with Sonic Automotive, Inc. Summary: The New Car Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our used vehicle operations, which includes acquiring quality pre-owned vehicles, managing inventory, setting competitive pricing, marketing, and working closely with the sales and service departments to ensure maximum profitability and efficient reconditioning.

Requirements

2+ years of experience as a Used Car Manager or Sales Manager at an automotive dealership.
Experience in automotive management, specifically with used car operations.
Knowledge of vehicle acquisition, inventory management, and pricing strategies.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with the sales and service departments.
Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, and valid driver license.

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience as a Used Car Manager at an automotive dealership
Previous GM experience

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain the dealership's used car inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels.
Build and implement competitive pricing strategies for used vehicles based on market analysis.
Acquire pre-owned vehicles through auctions, trade-ins, and other sources to maintain a diverse and desirable inventory.
Work closely with the service department to recondition used vehicles, ensuring they are ready for sale.
Monitor and adjust inventory pricing to remain competitive in the market while meeting profit targets.
Develop marketing strategies to promote used vehicle inventory across various channels.
Collaborate with the sales team to ensure they are informed about the current used car inventory and push aged units.
Analyze market trends and consumer preferences to align inventory with customer demand.
Conduct regular appraisals of trade-ins and pre-owned vehicles to ensure accurate and fair pricing.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and dealership standards for used vehicle operations.