Vehicle Acquisition Specialist

Our Vehicle Acquisition Specialist role focuses on acquiring additional inventory for the dealership by purchasing customer vehicles. Associates provide an exceptional customer experience, manage expectations, and communicate throughout the We’ll Buy Your Car process while striving to deliver on the “check within an hour” promise.

Responsibilities

• Respond to incoming leads through AutoNation and third-party websites, by phone, internet, and walk-in traffic
• Utilize all available resources to identify and engage private parties looking to sell their vehicle
• Set up appointments with potential customers to visit the dealership for an appraisal
• Execute the AutoNation We’ll Buy Your Car Same-Day Payment process
• Review vehicle condition reports and inspect vehicles onsite
• Interact with customers throughout the day, both in person and over the phone
• Refer customers who prefer to trade-in instead of selling their vehicles to the sales team

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Extremely self-motivated with the ability to set and achieve targeted goals
• Demonstrated communication, prospecting, and interpersonal skills
• Organization and follow-up skills
• Experience and desire to work with technology
• Valid in-state Driver’s License and an acceptable, safe driving record
• Ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and 401k matching
• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans, including maternity benefits
• Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear
• Access to YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers
• Opportunity to contribute to DRVPNK, our mission to raise and donate millions to cancer research and treatment

Pay

Hourly base pay plus bonus. Monthly pay range: $3,000–$8,000+.

Schedule

Flexible hours; this is an on-site position.