What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vehicle Acquisition Specialist position at Swickard Marin Corporation, d/b/a Mercedes-Benz of Marin?
Description
As a Vehicle Acquisition Specialist, you will play a crucial role in sourcing and acquiring vehicles for our organization. Your responsibilities will include identifying potential vehicles, negotiating purchases, and ensuring that acquired vehicles meet our quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Vehicle Sourcing: Research and identify potential vehicles through various channels, including online marketplaces, auctions, and dealerships.
- Vehicle Evaluation: Assess the condition, mileage, and overall value of potential vehicles to determine their suitability for our organization.
- Negotiation: Conduct negotiations with sellers to secure the best possible deals on vehicle purchases.
- Documentation: Complete all necessary paperwork and documentation related to vehicle acquisitions, including purchase orders, titles, and registration.
- Quality Control: Ensure that acquired vehicles meet our quality standards and are in good working condition.
- Vehicle Preparation: Coordinate the preparation of acquired vehicles, including cleaning, detailing, and any necessary repairs or maintenance.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Demonstrates a high “HQ” (Hospitality Quotient) consisting of kindness & optimism, intellectual curiosity, work ethic, empathy, self-awareness, and integrity.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Proven experience in the automotive industry, preferably in vehicle acquisition or sales
- Previous experience with vehicle auctions.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Proficient in using computer software and online tools for vehicle research and acquisition.
- Valid driver's license.
Additional Skills (Preferred)
- Knowledge of vehicle mechanics and maintenance.
- College degree preferred.
- Bilingual language skills.
Physical Requirements
- Walking/Standing: Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods. Spends majority of the day at a desk and computer.
- Lifting/Carrying: Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
- Bending/Climbing: Occasional bending, crouching, and climbing in and out of vehicles.
- Travel: Occasional travel for vehicle acquisitions or auctions.
Benefits of Working at Swickard:
- Career Path –Swickard isn’t just a J-O-B. You’ll learn and grow into different roles and be able to take on new leadership responsibilities.
- Ongoing training and support
- Opportunities for continued personal and professional growth.
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company.
- Competitive benefits package:
- Insurance: medical, dental, vision, life and pet insurance
- Optional disability coverage
- 401k plan
- Paid Holidays
- PTO
About Us
- We were founded in 2014 by Jeff Swickard in Wilsonville, OR.
- We’re a hospitality company that happens to sell cars, parts, and service.
- We are a team. Everyone plays a role in our success.
- Culture:?We want to be our customers’ favorite place to purchase, lease, or service their vehicle and we want to be your favorite place to work!
- Highline Brands: Swickard has positioned itself as a leader in highline brands such as Mercedes Benz, BMW, Volvo, Porsche, Lexus, Audi, Land Rover, and more.
- We are consistently ranked as one of the fastest growing dealership groups in the US by Automotive News.
Most people have a stressful experience buying or servicing their car. It shouldn’t be that way. We’re looking for people as crazy as we are about revolutionizing the car-buying experience and it starts with hospitality. Hospitality isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are. We need exceptionally talented individuals to join our mission and embark on a challenging, rewarding career. Do you have what it takes?
Salary : $48,000 - $100,000