Purchasing & Business Development Specialist

TMS America • Plano, TX

13d

About The Position

Vehicle Sourcing & Purchasing Operations: Source and purchase used vehicles from general consumers and local channels, leading purchase negotiations. Customer Relations & Outbound Inquiries: Respond to inbound inquiries and proactively engage with potential sellers using localized platforms such as Facebook Marketplace. Market R&D & System Building: Analyze localized vehicle sourcing trends and efficient buying patterns to actively build and optimize our procurement system.

Requirements

• Strong communication and professional negotiation/ consultative skills to engage effectively and firmly with local American sellers.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to provide polite, flexible, and adaptive customer service tailored to each client's situation.
• An entrepreneurial self-starter who does not wait for step-by-step instructions.
• Able to independently execute ideas, embrace failure as a learning tool, and drive the PDCA cycle at a fast pace.
• Native level English, capable of conducting smooth and professional sales conversations and negotiations with local American consumers.
• Conversational level Japanese, sufficient for smooth, direct communication and basic reporting with Japanese team members.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in the automotive industry or specialized buying roles.
• Candidates with a background in independent business or self-employment.
• Practical experience in vehicle appraisal or vehicle condition assessment.
• Practical knowledge or background in automotive maintenance/mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase used vehicles from general consumers and local channels, leading purchase negotiations.
• Respond to inbound inquiries and proactively engage with potential sellers using localized platforms such as Facebook Marketplace.
• Analyze localized vehicle sourcing trends and efficient buying patterns to actively build and optimize our procurement system.

Benefits

• Relocation Support: Financial assistance will be provided for candidates moving from out-of-state. (Candidates moving with family/dependents subject to further review and discussion).
• Uncapped Upside: A high-reward commission structure designed for self-driven professionals who want to maximize their earnings based purely on performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed