What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-Owned Inventory Manager position at Potamkin Payroll?
Elk Grove Hyundai is a leading automotive dealership committed to providing an exceptional car-buying experience. We specialize in a wide range of pre-owned vehicles, offering customers high-quality, well-maintained cars that meet their needs. We are currently seeking a motivated, experienced, and results-driven Pre-Owned Manager to join our dynamic team.
A Pre-Owned Manager sources, evaluates, and purchases pre-owned vehicles for the dealership. Their daily tasks include market research to identify high-demand vehicles, negotiating prices with sellers, performing vehicle inspections, and coordinating logistics to ensure the right inventory for the company's needs. They work to build a pipeline of vehicles by buying from various sources, such as private sellers, trade-ins, and auctions.
Key responsibilities
- Sourcing vehicles: Actively identifies and engages with individuals and dealerships to acquire vehicles.
- Market research: Analyzes market trends and values to make informed purchasing decisions and optimize acquisition strategies.
- Vehicle evaluation: Conducts thorough inspections and evaluates a vehicle's condition, history, and market value to determine a fair price.
- Negotiation: Negotiates purchase prices and terms with sellers.
- Logistics: Coordinates the transportation and logistics of purchased vehicles to the dealership.
- Inventory management: Works with other departments to ensure the acquired vehicles match the dealership's inventory needs.
- Customer interaction: Interacts with customers who are looking to sell their vehicles, managing the process from initial contact through the final transaction.
Required skills
- Strong understanding of used car market trends and values.
- Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills.
- Strong research and analytical abilities.
- Attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to use technology, such as dealership management systems and market valuation tools.
Compensation includes an hourly base rate plus per vehicle incentives and performance bonus.
Salary : $36,000 - $60,000