Used Vehicle Acquisition Specialist Group 1 Toyota Bowie

About Us

Group 1 Automotive Inc. (NYSE: GPI) is a Fortune 250 leader in global automotive retail operating more than 250 dealerships and collision centers across the United States and United Kingdom. As the 4th largest dealership group in the U.S. Group 1 delivers a fully integrated automotive experience including vehicle sales financing aftersales service and digital retail solutions. As the automotive industry continues to evolve Group 1 is investing in the people technology and operational excellence needed to shape what comes next. Our work is grounded in a simple belief that a better experience for customers starts with an exemplary experience for employees.








At Group 1 our commitment is to keep finding smarter ways to serve our customers and support one another. We believe great careers are built in environments where people are trusted challenged and given room to grow. If you share our core values of integrity transparency professionalism teamwork and respect you can get more with Group 1. More opportunity. More support. More ways to build a career that moves you forward.

Overview

Group 1 Toyota Bowie is part of fast growing Group 1 Automotive a leader in automotive retail and we are looking for a Used Vehicle Acquisition Specialist to our team. The Used Vehicle Acquisition Specialist role is to help grow our pre-owned vehicle inventory by engaging with customers already visiting our dealership for service.

In this role you will connect with service customers through follow-up calls and in-person conversations to identify potential opportunities for customers who may be interested in selling or trading their current vehicle. You will focus on creating interest building rapport and providing a positive customer experience. This is not a traditional vehicle sales position. Once a customer expresses interest in purchasing or trading into another vehicle you will introduce and transition the customer to a member of our Sales team to continue the process.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers visiting the Service Department to identify potential trade-in and vehicle acquisition opportunities

• Make outbound follow-up calls to current and previous service customers

• Build rapport with customers and create interest in having their vehicle evaluated for purchase or trade

• Schedule vehicle appraisal and acquisition appointments

• Maintain consistent and professional follow-up with prospective customers

• Accurately document customer interactions appointments and follow-up activity

• Partner closely with the Sales and Used Vehicle teams to ensure a smooth customer handoff

• Deliver a friendly professional and low-pressure customer experience

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid drivers license and an acceptable driving record.
• Previous automotive sales customer service hospitality or presentation experience is preferred.
• Vehicle appraisal experience is helpful but not required; training will be provided.
• Comfortable using dealership software customer-management systems tablets and smartphones.
• Comfortable discussing vehicle values and responding to customer objections.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to confidently engage with customers.

Compensation: The compensation for this position is hourly plus commission. The hourly rate expected for this position is $16.00 - $18.00. Earnings from commissions may vary based on several factors including individual performance and market conditions.

What We Offer:

• Health Dental Vision Life and Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time-Off
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
• Professional work environment with job training provided equipment and advancement opportunities
• Structured paid training leading to manufacturer and Group 1 recognition
• Pinnacle Awards Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race color religion sex national origin age disability or any other protected status. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all applicable pre-employment requirements in accordance with federal state and local law.

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