Vehicle Acquisition Specialist

SWICKARD SHARED SERVICES LLC • Las Vegas, NV

6h • $65,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Swickard Auto Group is seeking a Vehicle Acquisition Specialist for their Shared Services team in Las Vegas. This role is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and securing retail-ready pre-owned inventory for over 40 dealerships across the West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii. This is a high-impact, data-driven position for an experienced automotive buyer who understands market conditions, can source quality units through various channels, and takes ownership of the inventory pipeline from acquisition to delivery.

Requirements

• Automotive buying, appraisal, or used vehicle management experience required.
• Strong vehicle valuation fundamentals, including accurate assessment of condition, market value, and reconditioning cost.
• Market awareness, including following auction trends, retail pricing data, and regional demand signals.
• Inventory strategy mindset, considering pipeline flow, turn rates, and store-level demand.
• Proficiency with valuation tools such as Manheim Market Report, Black Book, Galves, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with auction platforms and DMS systems.
• Clear communicator who works effectively with store-level leadership across multiple locations and time zones.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Auction buying, wholesale, or multi-store acquisition experience are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Source and acquire retail-ready pre-owned inventory for Swickard stores across multiple markets through auctions, trade-in appraisals, private party purchases, and dealer-to-dealer transactions.
• Evaluate vehicles accurately and efficiently, assessing condition, market value, reconditioning cost, and retail potential to make sound acquisition decisions.
• Monitor market conditions across Swickard's operating regions, tracking auction lanes, retail pricing trends, and inventory demand signals.
• Partner with store-level GMs, GSMs, and used vehicle managers to understand inventory needs, gaps, and market preferences by location.
• Manage acquisition volume and pacing to maintain a consistent flow of retail-ready inventory.
• Track acquisition activity, spend, and inventory performance, reporting results to leadership and adjusting sourcing strategy based on performance.
• Build and maintain sourcing relationships with auction representatives, independent dealers, fleet accounts, and other wholesale channels.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and supplemental coverage options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed