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Used Car Buyer
Job description
Used Car Buyer
Join a Growing, Family-Owned Automotive Group!
Steven Automotive Group is looking for a motivated, results-driven Used Car Buyerto join our growing team. We are a family-owned automotive group with six dealerships:Steven Kia, Steven Nissan, Steven Toyota, Steven Hyundai, Steven Honda, and Steven Ford.
If you have automotive buying experience, strong negotiation skills, and a passion for finding quality pre-owned vehicles, this is an opportunity to grow your career and maximize your earning potential.
The Opportunity
As a Used Car Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and purchasing quality pre-owned vehicles to support our dealership inventory. You will identify acquisition opportunities through auctions, trade-ins, private sellers, and other channels while ensuring vehicles are purchased at competitive prices and meet our inventory standards.
What You'll Do
Source and acquire quality pre-owned vehicles through auctions, trade-ins, private sellers, and other purchasing channels.
Evaluate vehicles based on condition, market demand, mileage, history, and resale potential.
Analyze market data, comparable listings, and current inventory to determine competitive purchase values.
Negotiate vehicle purchases to maximize profitability and maintain competitive acquisition costs.
Build relationships with auction representatives, wholesalers, private sellers, and other vehicle sourcing partners.
Appraise vehicles and assist with trade-in evaluations as needed.
Monitor used vehicle inventory levels and identify opportunities to meet dealership demand.
Coordinate vehicle purchases, transportation, inspections, and required documentation.
Maintain accurate records of purchases, appraisals, and acquisition costs.
Work closely with Sales Managers, General Managers, and inventory teams to develop effective buying strategies.
Meet and exceed vehicle acquisition, profitability, and performance goals.
💰 Compensation
$55,000+ ANNUAL EARNING POTENTIAL
Compensation
based on experience, qualifications, and performance, with the opportunity to increase earnings through successful vehicle acquisitions and results.
What We're Looking For
Previous automotive experience in used car buying, vehicle appraisals, wholesale, or automotive sales preferred.
Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Knowledge of used vehicle values, market trends, and inventory demand.
Ability to evaluate vehicle condition and identify potential reconditioning costs.
Analytical mindset with strong business judgment.
Self-motivated, organized, and results-driven.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, performance-oriented environment.
Comfortable using automotive valuation tools, online marketplaces, and dealership software.
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) Plan
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Career Advancement Opportunities
Why Join Steven Automotive Group?
Family-owned. Growing. Opportunity-driven.
Join a family-owned automotive group with six dealerships and opportunities to make a direct impact on inventory quality, profitability, and overall dealership performance. At Steven Automotive Group, your ability to identify opportunities, negotiate effectively, and deliver results can help drive your career forward.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Steven Automotive Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Description copied from Mills Auto Group's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.
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