Vehicle Buying Center Agent
About The Position
The Vehicle Buying Center Agent is responsible for sourcing and purchasing quality pre-owned vehicles directly from customers and private-party sellers to support Oakes Auto Group’s inventory needs. This position manages incoming purchase opportunities, actively searches for additional vehicles in the marketplace, and owns the acquisition process from initial contact through completed paperwork and pickup. Oakes Auto Group is a family-owned and locally operated automotive group serving the Kansas City area. Since 2010, we have continued to grow by investing in our people, creating opportunities for advancement, and building teams focused on doing right by our customers and one another.
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license with a clean or acceptable driving record
- Ability to successfully complete a standard background check
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment
- Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new systems
- Strong communication, negotiation, and follow-up skills
- Ability to manage multiple leads and transactions simultaneously
- Ability to communicate with customers and private sellers by phone, text, email, and online marketplaces
- Ability to travel locally as needed for vehicle pickups or other acquisition-related activities
Nice To Haves
- Automotive sales, vehicle purchasing, appraisal, or used-car experience preferred
- Familiarity with vehicle values and used-vehicle market pricing preferred
Responsibilities
- Source and purchase vehicles directly from customers looking to sell their vehicle outside of a trade-in transaction.
- Build rapport with customers, present accurate offers, negotiate purchase terms, and close acquisitions that align with current inventory needs.
- Respond to and manage inbound purchase request leads from AccuTrade and other digital purchase channels with urgency and consistent follow-up.
- Proactively source vehicles through Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, private-party listings, and other public marketplaces.
- Evaluate potential purchases based on vehicle condition, ACV, market position, current inventory, and overall acquisition strategy.
- Coordinate vehicle pickup, transportation, titles, bills of sale, condition documentation, and other required purchase paperwork.
- Ensure acquired vehicles and supporting documentation are properly prepared before being transferred into inventory.
- Maintain accurate records of leads, offers, follow-up activity, and completed purchases.
- Stay closely aligned with the Trade Control Desk Manager regarding inventory needs, sales trends, market opportunities, and acquisition priorities.
- Proactively communicate sourcing opportunities, market changes, and challenges that could impact inventory acquisition.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Employee discounts
- Tuition reimbursement
- Career growth opportunities across multiple locations
- Training and professional development
- Community involvement and volunteer opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
