Acquisition Specialist

Description At Groove Toyota we take pride in providing exceptional automotive experiences to our customers and continually strive to grow our vehicle inventory with high-quality, pre-owned vehicles. We’re currently seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and relationship-driven Automotive Acquisition Specialist to join our team. Position Overview The Automotive Acquisition Specialist is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and acquiring pre-owned vehicles for dealership inventory through various channels, including private party purchases, trade-ins, auctions, and wholesale opportunities. This position plays a vital role in ensuring a steady flow of quality inventory to support our dealership’s sales objectives. This is a commission-based position . The compensation for this role is up to $100,000+ per year . Key Responsibilities Actively source and acquire pre-owned vehicles through private party purchases, trade-ins, auctions, and online platforms Evaluate vehicle condition, market value, and history reports to determine accurate appraisals and fair acquisition pricing Negotiate purchase terms and finalize deals with sellers Maintain detailed records of vehicle acquisitions, including purchase price, vehicle condition, and related documentation Collaborate with sales and management teams to identify high-demand inventory needs and trends Develop and maintain strong relationships with vehicle sellers, auction representatives, wholesalers, and trade partners Monitor market trends and adjust acquisition strategies accordingly Ensure compliance with all dealership policies, state, and federal regulations regarding vehicle purchasing and documentation Requirements Prior experience in automotive vehicle purchasing, appraisal, or sales preferred Strong negotiation and communication skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to multitask and manage multiple acquisitions leads simultaneously Proficient with inventory management and appraisal tools (such as vAuto, Kelley Blue Book, etc.) Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and customer-first mindset Valid driver’s license and clean driving record Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen for illegal substances Authorized to work in the United States #J-18808-Ljbffr