Automotive Wholesale Buyer / Used Car Acquisition Manager

Automotive Wholesale Buyer / Used Car Acquisition Manager



Franchise Dealership Experience Required | 5+ Years Experience | Immediate Opening

We are seeking an experienced Automotive Wholesaler / Used Vehicle Buyer to join our dealership team. This is not an entry-level position. We are looking for a proven professional with a successful track record buying, appraising, and wholesaling vehicles for a new car franchise dealership.

The ideal candidate understands today's wholesale market, has established auction relationships, can accurately appraise vehicles, and consistently generates profitable inventory decisions.

Responsibilities

• Purchase and sell vehicles through wholesale channels.

• Attend and bid at Manheim, ADESA, and other wholesale auctions.

• Appraise customer trade-ins quickly and accurately.

• Determine actual cash value (ACV) based on current market conditions.

• Source desirable inventory from auctions, dealers, private parties, and off-lease opportunities.

• Manage wholesale inventory and maximize profitability.

• Work closely with the Used Car Manager, General Sales Manager, and Sales Department.

• Monitor market pricing using current valuation tools and auction data.

• Negotiate purchases and wholesale transactions with dealerships and vendors.

• Maintain strong relationships with auction representatives and dealer networks.

• Ensure all transactions comply with dealership policies and state regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of dealership experience as a Used Car Manager, Wholesale Buyer, or Automotive Wholesaler.

• Previous new car franchise dealership experience is required.

• Strong appraisal skills with the ability to accurately value all makes and models.

• Active or previously approved auction credentials with Manheim, ADESA, or equivalent wholesale auction networks.

• Experience buying and selling vehicles across all major manufacturers including domestic, import, and luxury brands.

• Proven history of profitable inventory acquisition and wholesale performance.

• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

• High level of integrity and professionalism.

• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

• Computer proficiency with dealership inventory and appraisal software.

Requirements

• Clean background check.

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

• Ability to travel to auctions as needed.

• Drug-free workplace.

• Professional appearance and attitude.

Preferred Experience

• Reynolds & Reynolds

• CDK Global

• Dealertrack

• vAuto

• ACV Auctions

• Manheim Marketplace

• ADESA Marketplace

• Ready Logistics

• Experience with online and live auctions

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive compensation

• Performance-based bonus opportunities

• Stable, growing dealership environment

• Opportunity to work with one of the industry's top automotive organizations

• Long-term career advancement

If you are an experienced dealership wholesaler who knows how to buy the right inventory, appraise vehicles with confidence, and produce results, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your automotive career.

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