Vehicle Acquisition Specialist

Westpark Automotive Company Inc • Hemet, CA

4d • $50,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Vehicle Acquisition Specialist ensures a smooth process from sourcing vehicles to getting them ready for sale. This role involves analyzing market conditions, evaluating vehicle condition, determining pricing strategies, and managing the acquisition and preparation of pre-owned vehicles for the dealership.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Extremely self-motivated, setting and achieving targeted goals.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to drive an exceptional customer experience are crucial.
• Demonstrated communication and prospecting abilities are essential.
• Excellent organizational skills are necessary to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in automotive retail operations.
• Clean driving record.
• California sales license.
• Ability to pass a background screening.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with technology and a desire to work with it can be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Use provided software to analyze market conditions and trends related to pre-owned vehicles.
• Review vehicle condition reports to assess their overall state.
• Determine wholesale and retail prices based on market value and vehicle condition.
• Work closely with Used Car Managers and the Service Department to purchase vehicles for the dealership.
• Talk to customers and offer a hands-on, hassle-free appraisal of their vehicle.
• Handle shipping vehicles to the dealership.
• Inspect and accept vehicles arriving on-site, resolving discrepancies regarding condition inspections.
• Create and execute a reconditioning action plan to prepare vehicles for retail.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED