Vehicle Acquisition Specialist
- Employer: Dealership
- Location: Hemet, CA 92545
- Category: Other Dealership Jobs
- Pay (as posted by employer): $50,000 - $120,000/yr
- Type: See employer
- Posted by employer: Oct 2, 2026
- Listed here since: Oct 9, 2026
- Last verified open: Nov 3, 2026
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Description
- Market Analysis: Use provided software to analyze market conditions and trends related to pre-owned vehicles.
- Vehicle Evaluation: Review vehicle condition reports to assess their overall state.
- Pricing Strategy: Determine wholesale and retail prices based on market value and vehicle condition.
- Acquisition Process: Work closely with Used Car Managers and the Service Department to purchase vehicles for the dealership.
- Customer Interaction: Talk to customers and offer a hands-on, hassle-free appraisal of their vehicle.
- Logistics: Handle shipping vehicles to the dealership.
- Inspection and Acceptance: Inspect and accept vehicles arriving on-site, resolving discrepancies regarding condition inspections.
- Reconditioning: Create and execute a reconditioning action plan to prepare vehicles for retail.
The Vehicle Acquisition Specialist ensures a smooth process from sourcing vehicles to getting them ready for sale
Requirements
Vehicle Acquisition Specialist will need a combination of skills, qualifications, and personal attributes. Here are the key requirements:
- Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Self-Motivation: As a specialist, you should be extremely self-motivated, setting and achieving targeted goals.
- Customer Experience: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to drive an exceptional customer experience are crucial.
- Communication Skills: Demonstrated communication and prospecting abilities are essential.
- Organization: Excellent organizational skills are necessary to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Technology: Experience with technology and a desire to work with it can be beneficial.
- Minimum of 3 years experience in automotive retail operations.
- Clean driving record, California sales license and the ability to pass a background screening
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