Vehicle Acquistion Agent

Vehicle Acquisition Agent

Location: Oakes GMC | Kansas City, MO Schedule: Full-Time | MondayFriday + rotating Saturdays Compensation Range: $2,500$10,000+ per month

About the Role

We're looking for a driven, competitive, relationship-oriented Vehicle Acquisition Agent to help us source high-quality inventory from private sellers, service customers, and inbound leads. This role plays a key part in keeping our used inventory strong and profitable. Established in 2010, Oakes Auto Group is family-owned and locally operated, with a culture built around stability, growth, and long-term career development.

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off + paid holidays
• Employee discounts
• Career growth across multiple stores
• Locally owned and operated culture
• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities

What You'll Do

• Prospect and connect with private sellers through outbound calls, digital outreach, and follow-up
• Engage service drive customers to generate appraisal opportunities
• Build trust and rapport with potential sellers to maximize acquisition opportunities
• Conduct accurate vehicle appraisals and valuations
• Complete purchase transactions with professionalism and transparency
• Hit consistent weekly and monthly acquisition targets
• Represent Oakes Auto Group with strong communication, integrity, and a winning attitude

What We're Looking For

Someone who enjoys talking with people, thrives in a competitive environment, and can stay organized while juggling multiple conversations and deals. You should feel comfortable negotiating, asking direct questions, building rapport quickly, and following a process to hit measurable targets. A background in sales or customer service is helpful, but drive and work ethic matter most.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license with a clean or acceptable driving record
• Ability to pass a standard background check
• Strong reliability and consistent attendance
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new systems
• Previous sales, customer service, or acquisition experience preferred (automotive experience is a plus)
• Strong communication and negotiation skills

About Oakes Auto Group

Oakes Auto Group is a locally owned and rapidly growing dealership group serving the Kansas City metro. We take pride in creating a workplace that feels supportive, grounded, and people-first. Our teams across North Kansas City, Olathe, and Kansas City operate with a shared focus on teamwork, personal growth, and doing right by our customers and our community.

We invest heavily in training, development, and internal promotion because we want our people to build long-term careers here, not just hold short-term jobs. Our stores value open communication, accountability, and a winning attitude, and we genuinely celebrate our employees' successes and milestones.

Beyond the walls of our dealerships, we stay active in the community through partnerships, volunteer opportunities, charity drives, and events that bring people together. We're proud to represent a brand known for its culture, commitment to service, and belief that great people create great experiences.

If you're looking for a workplace where you can grow, feel supported, and make an impact, Oakes Auto Group is a place where you can build your career.