Used Truck Wholesale Manager - HOLT Truck Centers

HOLT•Houston, TX

About The Position

Job Summary: The Used Truck Wholesale Manager is responsible for the overall acquisition of used truck inventory for retail along with selling wholesale inventory. In addition, this position will assist in appraisals for trade in vehicles as needed. This position is responsible for locating quality used equipment for resale. The incumbent in this position is expected to model the following practices on a daily basis: 1) Demonstrate alignment with the company's mission and core business values; 2) Collaborate with key internal/external resources; 3) Participate in ongoing self-development. Essential Functions: Models, promotes, reinforces, and rewards the consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission Appraise, price, and test drive (as-needed) trucks, trades, or resale opportunities along with Used Truck Sales Manager Acquire used truck inventory through various markets to include auctions and customers Notifies the Used Truck Sales Manager of anticipated delivery of purchases Develops and maintains outside sources (wholesalers and retailers) for both buying and selling trucks Responsible for selling all trucks purchased for wholesale Manages wholesaling of aged inventory and unwanted trades Negotiates equipment pricing with customers when purchasing used equipment for inventory Reviews and authorizes purchases; determines appropriate method of purchase (i.e. informal bids, formal bids, negotiated contracts or other procedures) Collaborate with Used Truck Sales Manager to manage and assess used truck inventory throughout Holt Truck dealership locations Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

Exceptional customer service and relationship building skills; customer retention
Strong technical aptitude and understanding of used commercial truck products and equipment
Ability to diagnose basic truck repairs
Effective influencing skills which includes motivating and developing new and existing customers
Demonstrated knowledge of sales and negotiating techniques
Excellent auction and bidding experience
Excellent oral and written communication skill to include formal presentation skills before small and large groups
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products; Excel, Outlook, Word, etc.
Knowledge of business accounting principles, budget preparation, and strong business acumen
Exceptional organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills
Ability to work with all levels of personnel within the organization
High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of 5 years job-related experience required, 10 years’ experience preferred
Minimum of 5 years of experience required with buying from an equipment auction house, 10 years’ experience preferred
Class B CDL License required, Class A CDL License preferred

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
Class A CDL License preferred

Responsibilities

Appraise, price, and test drive (as-needed) trucks, trades, or resale opportunities along with Used Truck Sales Manager
Acquire used truck inventory through various markets to include auctions and customers
Notifies the Used Truck Sales Manager of anticipated delivery of purchases
Develops and maintains outside sources (wholesalers and retailers) for both buying and selling trucks
Responsible for selling all trucks purchased for wholesale
Manages wholesaling of aged inventory and unwanted trades
Negotiates equipment pricing with customers when purchasing used equipment for inventory
Reviews and authorizes purchases; determines appropriate method of purchase (i.e. informal bids, formal bids, negotiated contracts or other procedures)
Collaborate with Used Truck Sales Manager to manage and assess used truck inventory throughout Holt Truck dealership locations
Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
Performs other duties as assigned