Vehicle Acquisition Specialist

Description:

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

The Vehicle Acquisition Specialist ensures a smooth process from sourcing vehicles to getting them ready for sale

Requirements:

Vehicle Acquisition Specialist will need a combination of skills, qualifications, and personal attributes. Here are the key requirements:

• Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Self-Motivation: As a specialist, you should be extremely self-motivated, setting and achieving targeted goals.
• Customer Experience: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to drive an exceptional customer experience are crucial.
• Communication Skills: Demonstrated communication and prospecting abilities are essential.
• Organization: Excellent organizational skills are necessary to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Technology: Experience with technology and a desire to work with it can be beneficial.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in automotive retail operations.
• Clean driving record, California sales license and the ability to pass a background screening