Used Car Buyer

Stevens Point Auto Center • Stevens Point, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

A Used Car Buyer is responsible for sourcing, inspecting, and purchasing pre-owned vehicles to maintain a profitable and appealing dealership inventory. They evaluate market demand, appraise vehicle conditions, and negotiate purchase prices with private sellers, wholesalers, and at auctions.

Requirements

• A strong understanding of car makes, models, mechanical conditions, and market values.
• Excellent persuasion skills to guide skeptical sellers and close deals transparently.
• High attention to detail for handling paperwork and managing multiple inventory leads simultaneously.
• A valid driver's license
• A clean motor vehicle record
• Ability to pass background and drug screenings

Responsibilities

• Prospect and identify viable vehicles through private sellers, customer trade-ins, fleet auctions, and wholesalers.
• Perform thorough physical and mechanical inspections, review vehicle history reports (e.g., Carfax), and estimate reconditioning costs.
• Present offers and negotiate terms with sellers to ensure the dealership’s gross profit margins are met.
• Ensure all required legal documentation (e.g., titles, bills of sale) and auction paperwork are completed accurately.

What This Job Offers

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