Vehicle Acquisition Specialist

Bill Dodge Auto Group•Westbrook, ME

15h

About The Position

Bill Dodge Auto Group is seeking an experienced and motivated Vehicle Acquisition Specialist to grow its pre-owned inventory. This role is suited to an automotive professional looking to move beyond traditional sales and gain hands-on experience in vehicle appraisals, inventory acquisition, and dealership operations. The specialist works directly alongside the Used Car Manager and Finance Director, builds customer relationships, and learns about the operational and financial side of the dealership with the potential to develop toward future automotive management opportunities. Compensation is $75,000–$100,000 annually, including a guaranteed $1,000 weekly base salary plus performance-based incentives for vehicle acquisitions and eligible aftersales protection product sales. Actual earnings depend on individual performance. Bill Dodge Auto Group is a family-owned business that has operated for over 50 years and is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

Previous automotive experience in Sales Management, Finance Management, Service Advising, or Business Development Center (BDC) operations is required.
Satisfactory background check.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build lasting customer relationships.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities and an interest in vehicle valuations, market trends, and inventory management.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple opportunities and follow-up activities.
Self-motivated and goal-oriented, and comfortable engaging customers in a professional, consultative manner.
Ability to collaborate with sales, service, and dealership management teams.
Desire to grow professionally and develop skills for future automotive management opportunities.

Responsibilities

Build relationships with service customers, identify vehicle acquisition opportunities, and provide a professional, low-pressure customer experience.
Proactively evaluate daily service appointments to identify vehicles for retail or wholesale inventory.
Use sourcing tools such as AutoAlert, Kelley Blue Book Instant Cash Offer, and social media platforms to identify potential inventory opportunities.
Work with the Used Car Manager to conduct vehicle appraisals, assess market values, and evaluate reconditioning costs and resale potential.
Connect customers interested in trading vehicles with Client Advisors to support a seamless transition through the sales process.
Introduce eligible customers who choose to keep their vehicles to available service contracts and approved ownership-protection products.
Maintain an organized pipeline of acquisition opportunities, customer follow-ups, and potential inventory sources.
Collaborate with dealership leadership to understand inventory strategy, market demand, profitability, and dealership operations.
Develop a strong understanding of the company's mission statement and core values and demonstrate them through customer interactions.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Voluntary benefits, including short-term disability, long-term disability, and term life insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Paid time off.
Customer and recruitment referral programs.
Career advancement opportunities.
Employee discounts on sales, parts, and service.
Paid training and professional development.
Hands-on mentorship from experienced dealership leadership.
Guaranteed $1,000 weekly base salary plus performance-based incentives.