Vehicle Acquisition Specialist
- Company of Cars – Posted by employer
- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Job ID : 165454
- Category : Automotive
- Job Type : Full-Time
- Salary : $26.44 Hourly
- Anticipated Start Date : As soon as possible
- Posting Date : 08 Jul 2024
- Expiry Date : 04 Jan 2025
Description
Vehicle Acquisition Specialist – NOC 62101
We are a reputable automotive dealership specializing in pre-owned vehicles. We have a strong commitment to providing exceptional customer service and delivering high-quality vehicles to our clients. As a Vehicle Acquisition Specialist, you will play a crucial role in our sales team, responsible for acquiring pre-owned vehicles for our inventory and facilitating the sales process to ensure customer satisfaction.
Position: Vehicle Acquisition Specialist
Work Hours: 40 hours per week, including some weekends
Wage: $26.44/hour
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start date: ASAP
Benefits: 10 days vacation pay and extended health benefits and dental insurance
Work Location: 1885 Clark Drive, Vancouver, BC V5N 3G5
Key duties and Responsibilities
- Research and identify potential sources for acquiring pre-owned vehicles, including private sellers, wholesalers, and auction houses.
- Evaluate the condition, history, and market value of potential vehicles to determine their suitability for acquisition.
- Purchase vehicles for resale
- Conduct thorough inspections and test drives to assess the mechanical and cosmetic condition of vehicles.
- Select the vehicles which best fit the customer's requirements
- Interview suppliers and negotiate prices, discounts, credit terms and transportation arrangements
- Establish and maintain contact with suppliers and clients
- May supervise the work of other retail buyers.
- Negotiate purchase prices and terms with sellers to ensure competitive pricing and maximize profitability.
- Coordinate vehicle transportation and logistics to bring acquired vehicles to our dealership and maintain adequate stock levels.
Requirements/Education and other requirements
- Completion of secondary school is required.
- A university degree or college diploma in business, marketing or a related program is considered a plus.
- 1-2 years of previous related work experience is required.
- High initiative and high energy.
- Strong organization and time management skills.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- In-depth knowledge of the pre-owned vehicle market, including pricing trends and popular models.
- Ability to evaluate the condition and value of pre-owned vehicles accurately.
- Familiarity with automotive financing and leasing options.
- Proficient computer skills and experience with automotive CRM software and online marketplaces.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required.
How to Apply
As a Vehicle Acquisition Specialist, you will have the opportunity to combine your passion for automobiles with your sales and customer service skills. If you are a motivated and results-oriented individual with a keen eye for quality vehicles, we invite you to apply to join our team and contribute to our success in providing exceptional pre-owned vehicles to our valued customers.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to apply.companyofcarsvancouver@gmail.com
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