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Used Car Acquisition Specialist

Glassman Automotive Group
Southfield, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/2/2026

Full job descriptionA Used Car Buyer is responsible for sourcing, inspecting, and purchasing pre-owned vehicles to maintain a profitable and appealing dealership inventory. They evaluate market demand, appraise vehicle conditions, and negotiate purchase prices with private sellers, wholesalers, and at auctions.

Core Responsibilities

  • Inventory Sourcing: Prospect and identify viable vehicles through private sellers, customer trade-ins, fleet auctions, and wholesalers.
  • Vehicle Appraisal: Perform thorough physical and mechanical inspections, review vehicle history reports (e.g., Carfax), and estimate reconditioning costs.
  • Negotiation & Closing: Present offers and negotiate terms with sellers to ensure the dealership’s gross profit margins are met.
  • Administrative Management: Ensure all required legal documentation (e.g., titles, bills of sale) and auction paperwork are completed accurately.

Key Qualifications & Skills

  • Automotive Knowledge: A strong understanding of car makes, models, mechanical conditions, and market values.
  • Negotiation & Sales: Excellent persuasion skills to guide skeptical sellers and close deals transparently.
  • Organization: High attention to detail for handling paperwork and managing multiple inventory leads simultaneously.
  • Requirements: A valid driver's license, a clean motor vehicle record, and the ability to pass background and drug screenings

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Pay: $45,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000 - $85,000

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