Vehicle Acquisition Specialist - BMW Fremont

About the Role

The We’ll Buy Your Car (WBYC) In-Store Associate is focused and specifically trained to acquire additional inventory for the dealership by actively prospecting outside of the AutoNation Customer Network. This role involves consistent interaction with customers throughout the day, both in person and over the phone, primarily making cold contact with prospects who have their vehicle advertised for sale, both online and as walk-ins.

Responsibilities

• Review vehicle condition reports
• Determine wholesale and retail prices
• Inspect and accept vehicles arriving onsite
• Create and execute reconditioning plan to prepare vehicle for sale
• Use sound judgement, research, and excellent interpersonal skills to make offers on vehicles and close sales
• Drive incremental business through a high-level of engagement with customers
• Turn prospective Vehicle Procurement Customers over to an “elite” sales team for a sales opportunity
• Work with management to identify current inventory needs
• Utilize all available prospecting resources, including third-party websites, lead sources, and service drive traffic

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Extremely self-motivated with the ability to set and achieve targeted goals
• Demonstrated communication, prospecting, and interpersonal skills
• Strong organization and follow-up skills
• Experience and desire to work with technology
• Valid in-state Driver's License and an acceptable, safe driving record

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time

Pay

This position pays minimum wage plus commission, averaging $4,000–$17,000 per month.

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 exclusive deals and discounts from top providers and retailers
• Opportunity to contribute to DRVPNK, a mission raising millions for cancer research and treatment in partnership with nationwide cancer charities