Used Car Buyer

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Description

Hudson Automotive Group, is looking for a self-motivated and career-driven Used Car Buyer to join our growing team. Hudson Automotive, a 3rd generation family-owned groupis one of the fastest growing auto dealer groups and management companies in the Southeast The Used Car Buyer will help create and execute buy plans for Charleston Nissan Stores achieving monthly purchase volume goals by purchasing vehicles through Smart Auction.

If you're a self-starter looking to join a top-performing operation, it’s time to shift your career into gear with Hudson Automotive Group!

What we offer :

• Collaborative work environment and customer centric culture
• Hudson Academy : Continuous training and professional development
• Paid Time Off : Full-time employees can accrue up to 10 PTO days per year.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401k program
• Employee discounts on products & services

Essential Duties :

• Achieves weekly buy plans agreed upon by the stores and the Corporate Purchasing Manager.
• Purchases vehicles in volume (50+ monthly) through physical auctions, online auctions and rental companies. Including but not limited to , , Smart Auction, Hertz, Enterprise and Knows how to purchase vehicles in a live or buy now format.
• Assist the purchasing manager in coaching and developing buy team members. Takes on direct mentees and trains them to become successful buyers.
• Has a thorough understanding of vAuto, Stockwave and other tools used to manage / acquire inventory. Uses these tools to acquire vehicles that are best suited for each store’s strategy factoring in sales history and local area trends to determine the best purchasing mix.
• Maintains a working relationship and an open line of communication with each store’s GMs, GSMs, UCMs and Controllers.
• Ensures that all purchase documents for vehicles purchased each day are sent to the stores daily for payment. Updates a log / spreadsheet designated by the Inventory Manager to keep all necessary associates up to date on all purchases.
• Coordinates transportation and tracking of all vehicles purchased for the store. Achieves an average transportation time of three days or less.
• Submits, tracks and follows up with vehicle arbitrations. Makes sound decisions knowing when to ask for an adjustment and when to return a vehicle to ensure the most positive outcome for the stores.
• Keeps abreast of and ensures compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations regarding the used-vehicle industry.

Are you ready to work in a rewarding, high-energy environment, and state-of-the-art facility? Come take the next step of your career with Hudson Automotive Group!

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.