Acquisitions Manager

About the role

We are seeking a talented Acquisitions Manager at Honda of Orem, a part of Ken Garff Automotive Group. Our dealership aims to be the most esteemed automotive group by adhering to the R.I.G.H.T principles: Respect, Integrity, Growth, Honesty, and Teamwork. We offer a great culture, competitive compensation, and numerous benefits including paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, AD&D, life insurance, year-end bonuses, employee discounts, and more.

Responsibilities

• Forecast goals and objectives for the Used Car Department
• Prepare and administer an annual operating budget to meet goals and objectives
• Work closely with other department managers to ensure cooperation and teamwork throughout the dealership
• Recruit, hire, train, motivate, counsel, and monitor the performance of all Used Vehicle Sales Employees
• Direct and schedule the activities of all Used Car Department employees
• Guide all salespeople in setting their objectives on a short- and long-range basis
• Hold a weekly one-on-one meeting with each salesperson to review current goals, performance, and work plan
• Develop and organize a training schedule, as directed by the General Sales Manager and the Ken Garff processes, to ensure that each salesperson receives sales training and/or role-playing sessions regularly
• Assist all sales associates with closing deals when necessary, ensuring every customer talks to a manager before leaving the dealership
• Assist in developing programs of improvement for those sales associates who are failing to reach their objectives
• Recommend to the General Sales Manager or General Manager the used car inventory to be carried
• Assist in the development of advertising campaigns and other promotions
• Follow up on all leads and increase ROI on online marketing
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience working as a Used Car Manager
• Minimum of 2 years leading a high performing sales team
• Experience in F&I is highly desired but not a requirement
• Must be able to provide references upon request
• High School diploma or equivalent, college degree preferred
• Must be 18 years or older and be authorized to work in the U.S
• Valid in-state driver's license and a good driving record, per company standards