Vehicle Acquisition Specialist - Ford Amherst

The Vehicle Acquisition Specialist role is to acquire additional inventory for the dealership by purchasing customer vehicles. Associates provide an exceptional customer experience, appropriately managing the customer’s expectations, and communicating throughout the We’ll Buy Your Car process. The Associate will strive to deliver on the “check within an hour” promise of the We’ll Buy Your Car program.

Compensation:
Hourly pay plus a bonus for each vehicle purchased. Estimated annual salary $50K-$60K.

• Competitive compensation and 401k matching
• Health, dental, vision, and maternity benefits
• Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and Auto Gear
• Access to discounts through You Decide website

• Respond to incoming leads via Auto Nation 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 Auto Nation 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

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Sales or customer service experience preferred
• Extremely self‑motivated
• Ability to set and achieve targeted goals
  
  Physical Requirements
  • Ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time

  Auto Nation is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment in our workplace and the services we provide. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about making a positive impact. We value innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to making a positive impact in the world.