Pre-Owned Operations Assistant

Rochester Toyota (MN)•Rochester, MN

11d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

To support the Used Car Manager in maximizing the performance, profitability, and efficiency of the pre-owned department by ensuring inventory is market-ready, and every customer experience meets RMC standards.

Requirements

Interest in the automotive industry and the functional level of a car dealership
Ability to communicate clearly with teammates
Excellent time management skills
Possess the ability to think critically to solve problems and make decisions
A motivated, proactive self-starter who can ensure efficient use of the workday
Applicants must be willing to submit to a pre-employment background.
Interested candidates must possess a valid driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

Back up UCM on recon: approve recon, prioritize order, keep process moving in absence, carry out reconditioning plans
Stock in cars: Assign stock number, create folder, tags, stock in upon arrival
Auction arbitration and check-in: Verify condition reports, 2nd keys, tire tread depth, damage
Assign transportation
Complete online merchandising: Comments and add service notes while auditing service RO’s
Maintain vehicle sold log: Verify charges against stock numbers, look for errors, collect data
Assist wholesale: verify vehicle location, verify key location
Lot displays: show floor cars, lot walks, hangtags, cars in wrong place
Assist UCM in absence and days off
Physical inventory
Additional recon needed: Dead batteries, smoke smells, windshields, re cleans, paint and body, verifying sales consultant concerns as directed by UCM
Transport vehicles: In and around Rochester, both inside and outside of RMC
Maintain lot displays to include show floor vehicles
Complete various administrative tasks as directed by Sales Manager
Adhere to a daily schedule to complete all tasks within the day
Assist with executing a plan for pre-owned inventory units
Assist in transporting vehicles to reconditioning facilities in and around Rochester
Assist in arranging used vehicle displays to keep up with inventory and what’s currently in demand
Review and complete online merchandising as necessary
Verify proper marketing for inventory, both physically and digitally
Supervise the maintenance of the vehicle appearance process and the used vehicle lot display
Assist the Used Car Manager with the reconditioning process and approving reconditioning as directed
Complete lots of walks as necessary to ensure the quality standard is achieved
Verify Sales Consultant concerns and expedite solutions as directed by Sales Manager
Inspect arrived auction purchases to ensure accuracy to condition report
Attend/conduct group training meetings in the dealership as required
Assist in the preparation and maintenance of accurate department records
Assist and maintain an accurate log of vehicles currently off lot and needing specific repairs
Ensure strong communication between stores within the group relating to in-house transfers and repair plans
Ensure strong communication between departments whenever possible
Execute reconditioning plans for individual units as directed by Sales Manager
Facilitate an environment of integrity by following appropriate hiring procedures
Assist in keeping current on used vehicle market trends, competitive activities, and pricing
Participate in continuing education and training activities
Maintain ethical work standards in all tasks
This position includes opportunities for growth as the individual learns more about the sales and inventory process