Outside Car Buyer

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and purchase used vehicle inventory from tow yards, auctions, wholesalers, and private sellers
• Establish, manage, and control purchasing activities within assigned territory
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vehicle suppliers, wholesalers, and auction representatives
• Develop and maintain a consistent buying network to support monthly inventory acquisition goals
• Analyze market trends, inventory reports, and sales performance to guide purchasing decisions
• Negotiate purchase prices and terms to meet company profitability targets
• Travel as needed to inspect and acquire vehicle inventory across territory
• Plan and manage daily routes for efficient field coverage
• Coordinate with transportation teams to ensure timely pickup and delivery of purchased vehicles
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, vendor agreements, and activity tracking
• Verify ownership documentation and complete required purchase paperwork
• Inspect vehicles for condition, value, and missing components
• Work closely with the Inside Car Buyer team to meet yard and inventory goals
• Communicate market conditions, trends, and inventory needs to leadership
• Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record
• Must pass drug screen and MVR
• Must meet company vehicle insurance requirements
• Experience in sales, procurement, customer service, or automotive preferred

Skills

• Strong relationship-building and communication skills
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently
• Organized with effective time management
• Negotiation and analytical skills
• Ability to assess market conditions and make informed decisions
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Schedule

Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Local travel required

Pay

Competitive Pay + bonus opportunities

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Frequent driving and outdoor work
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and inspect vehicles
• Repeated entry/exit of vehicles throughout the day
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs