Vehicle Acquisition Manager

Bill Brandt Ford•Brentwood, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Vehicle Acquisition Specialist (VAS) In-Store Associate will be focused and specifically trained to acquire additional inventory for the dealership by actively prospecting outside of the Bill Brandt Ford Customer Network. The VAS Associate will utilize all available prospecting resources to identify and engage private parties looking to sell their vehicle. Resources include third party websites, 3rd party lead sources, service drive traffic and other means. This Associate will enjoy consistent interaction with customers throughout the day, both in person and over the phone. This role will primarily make cold contact with prospects who have their vehicle advertised for sale, both online and as walk-ins to the store. Review vehicle condition reports Determine wholesale and retail prices Inspect and accept vehicles arriving onsite Using sound judgement, research, and excellent interpersonal skills to make offers on vehicles. Driving incremental business through a high-level of engagement with customers. Turn prospective Vehicle Procurement Customers over to an “elite” sales team for a sales opportunities. Work with management to identify current inventory needs. As the Acquisition Specialist, you will be responsible for sourcing and acquiring vehicles that align with our company's needs, ensuring we maintain an efficient and cost-effective inventory. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the automotive market, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to manage relationships with our vendors and private sellers. Be able to sit for long periods of time making over 80 outbound calls per day.

Requirements

1 year Automotive used car buying position-KBB ICOP or similar
Enthusiastic attitude with high energy throughout the workday
Great communicator with customers and team members
Persistent, competitive and have a good work ethic
Available to work flexible hours and weekends
Entrepreneurial and ambitious spirit
Professional, well-groomed personal appearance
Clean driving record and valid driver’s license
High School Diploma or equivalent, required
Ability to Commute: Brentwood, CA 94513 (Required)
Ability to Relocate: Brentwood, CA 94513: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Nice To Haves

Customer service: 2 years (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Acquire additional inventory for the dealership by actively prospecting outside of the Bill Brandt Ford Customer Network.
Utilize all available prospecting resources to identify and engage private parties looking to sell their vehicle.
Make cold contact with prospects who have their vehicle advertised for sale, both online and as walk-ins to the store.
Review vehicle condition reports.
Determine wholesale and retail prices.
Inspect and accept vehicles arriving onsite.
Make offers on vehicles using sound judgement, research, and excellent interpersonal skills.
Drive incremental business through a high-level of engagement with customers.
Turn prospective Vehicle Procurement Customers over to an “elite” sales team for sales opportunities.
Work with management to identify current inventory needs.
Source and acquire vehicles that align with company needs, ensuring an efficient and cost-effective inventory.
Manage relationships with vendors and private sellers.
Make over 80 outbound calls per day.