Vehicle Acquisition Specialist (Toyota of North Kingstown)

Nucar Toyota of North Kingstown is looking for a Vehicle Acquisition Specialist to join our growing team!

What you'll do:

The Vehicle Acquisition Specialist is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and purchasing
pre-owned vehicles directly from private sellers. This role drives used-car inventory growth by
targeting high-quality vehicles outside traditional trade-in and auction channels. The ideal
candidate is highly motivated, skilled in negotiations, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

● Lead Generation & Outreach
○ Identify and engage potential sellers through online marketplaces, outbound
campaigns, referrals, and community events.
○ Respond promptly to inbound inquiries from individuals looking to sell vehicles.

● Vehicle Appraisal & Valuation
○ Use market data (KBB, vAuto, auction trends) to present competitive yet
profitable purchase offers.

● Negotiation & Purchase Execution○ Negotiate pricing and terms with private sellers to secure inventory that meets
dealership standards.
○ Complete all required paperwork, ensuring proper title transfer and compliance
with state regulations.
○ Coordinate transportation and inbound logistics for reconditioning or wholesale.

● Collaboration & Reporting
○ Work closely with the Used Car Manager to review condition, reconditioning
needs, and frontline timelines.
○ Maintain accurate records of leads, conversations, offers, acquisitions, and
closing ratios.
○ Provide weekly reporting on performance metrics and market trends.

Key Responsibilities:

● Exceptional communication and negotiation skills
● Ability to work evenings/weekends as needed

DCD Automotive/Nucar is dedicated to ensuring a positive growth experience for employees. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Vacations, Paid Holidays, & 401K with Company Contribution