Vehicle Acquisitions Specialist
Job Summary
The Vehicle Acquisitions Specialist is responsible for proactively identifying, appraising, and purchasing vehicles from customers in the service drive. This role focuses on sourcing high-quality inventory by engaging service customers, presenting purchase offers, and delivering a professional, transparent buying experience. Prior automotive acquisition or appraisal experience is required.
Key Responsibilities
- Engage service drive customers to identify opportunities to purchase their vehicles
- Conduct accurate vehicle appraisals using market data, condition reports, and dealership tools
- Present competitive purchase offers clearly and professionally
- Negotiate vehicle purchases while maintaining strong customer satisfaction
- Coordinate with management to ensure inventory needs and pricing strategies are met
- Collect required documentation and ensure compliance with dealership and state regulations
- Maintain detailed records of appraisals, offers, and completed purchases
- Collaborate with service advisors, sales managers, and inventory teams to maximize acquisition opportunities
- Follow up with customers who receive offers but do not immediately sell
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Previous experience in vehicle acquisitions or used car appraisals required
- Strong understanding of vehicle values, reconditioning costs, and market trends
- Proven negotiation and customer communication skills
- Ability to accurately assess vehicle condition and history
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced dealership environment
- Proficiency with appraisal tools, CRM systems, and inventory software
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
- Urgency to obtain inventory is a must
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years of dealership experience in acquisitions, used car management, or sales
- Familiarity with service drive operations
- Experience using vAuto.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base pay plus commission or performance-based incentives
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401K/Roth
- PTO and select holidays
- Career advancement opportunities within the dealership
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
