Vehicle Acquisition Manager

Swope Family of Dealerships•Elizabethtown, KY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Swope Family of Dealerships, we are committed to growth, innovation, and taking care of our customers and employees. The Vehicle Acquisition Manager plays a critical role in that mission by driving inventory strategy and securing high-quality vehicles that meet customer demand. This position is responsible for proactively sourcing, evaluating, and acquiring vehicles through multiple channels to ensure each store maintains the right inventory mix while maximizing profitability and turn.

Requirements

Experience in automotive sales, used car management, or vehicle acquisition
Strong understanding of vehicle valuation tools (Dealerslink, Kelley Blue Book, Manheim, etc.)
Proven ability to negotiate and make data-driven decisions
Self-motivated with a high sense of urgency and accountability
Ability to build relationships both internally and externally
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment
Strong organizational and communication skills
Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Experience buying at auction (in-lane and online)
Ability to identify acquisition opportunities beyond traditional channels
Strong analytical mindset with a focus on turn and profitability
Team-first mentality with a willingness to support overall store success

Responsibilities

Proactively source vehicles through service drive and or local market opportunities.
Create and execute a consistent vehicle acquisition strategy to support store sales goals
Accurately appraise vehicles using market data, tools, and dealership guidelines
Partner closely with Sales and Service teams to understand inventory needs, reconditioning timelines, and cost structure
Monitor market trends and adjust strategies to stay competitive
Build and maintain strong relationships with service advisors and customers
Negotiate purchase prices to ensure strong front-end gross and inventory turn
Track and report on service drive performance
Ensure all acquired inventory meets Swope standards and is processed efficiently
Assist in driving a culture of urgency around inventory turn and aged unit reduction