Used Vehicle Buyer
Lithia & Driveway · Los Angeles, CA · 1 mo ago
Purchasing$70k–$125k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Acquire used-car inventory through direct contacts, generated leads, off-site auctions, dealers, internet inquiries from customers or any other available avenues.
- Appraise vehicles, understand vehicle condition, negotiate price, make financially sound purchasing decisions, and ensure timely processing of all purchases.
- Understand retail trends and participate in the inventory planning process.
- Deliver a premium customer experience by responding to customer inquiries in a prompt, professional, accurate, and courteous manner.
- Generate leads and create appointments by researching the available used car market.
- Maintain car buying quotas.
- Understand market tendencies and changes to trends in all geographic areas.
- Develop effective working relationships with all purchasing venues to accelerate the placement of ideal inventory in an expeditious and cost-effective manner.
- Effectively utilize lead management tools.
- Compile all necessary reports, forms, and other documentation on a timely basis.
Qualifications
- Strong attention to detail.
- Sense of urgency.
- Excellent communication skills.
Benefits
- Best In Class Industry Benefits.
- Competitive pay.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.
- Paid Holidays & PTO.
- Short and Long-Term Disability.
- Paid Life Insurance.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- Lithia Learning Center.
- Vehicle Purchase Discounts.
- Wellness Programs.
Pay
The expected Salary pay range for this position is $70,304 to $125,000 annually. Actual pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and location. Final compensation will be established through the interview process in accordance with applicable pay equity and transparency laws.