Pre-Owned Inventory Manager

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.