Used Car Buyer - Philpott Ford

Company Description

Philpott Ford, a Sonic Automotive dealership, isn’t just your Ford dealership in Nederland; we’ve been a trusted staple in Southeast Texas since 1950.

We combine the reach and resources of a national automotive leader with the integrity, care, and neighborhood commitment of a hometown dealership.

With honors like the Ford Presidents Award, Readers’ Choice Awards, and the BBB Torch Award for Marketplace Trust, we strive every day to be the dealership you want to do business with for life.

Sonic Automotive is a multi-billion dollar Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive dealer groups in the country with 100+ dealerships nationwide across 25 brands.

Compensation (Draw / Commission):

• Performance-based earnings range: $36,000 - 100,000 + / year

Job Description

Summary:

The Used Car Buyer will have a primary responsibility of executing a process which involves prospecting, appraising, and presenting offers to current vehicle owners with the goal of purchasing their vehicles from multiple sources for resale.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for calling, following up and scheduling appointments for customers to come in and appraise and purchase their used vehicles.
• Utilize CRM for prospecting and lead generation.
• Interface with current used vehicle owners from appointments set and dealership service drive with the purpose of purchasing their vehicle.
• Approach, greet, and engage with dealership customers to appraise and offer to purchase their current vehicles.
• Appraise used vehicles by asking questions, taking pictures of the vehicles, and inputting vehicle data into Sonic's automated inventory management system.
• Work with Sales Managers to build and propose an offer to seller.
• Introduces guest to sales department personnel to sell them a new vehicle after purchase of their existing vehicle.
• Review monthly goals with management on vehicles purchased to better utilize time and plans more effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in automotive purchasing, acquisitions, and appraisals.
• Strong ability to engage with customers effectively, build rapport, and address their needs and concerns professionally.
• Excellent verbal communication skills with a persuasive and articulate demeanor over the phone.
• Ability to persistently pursue leads, maintaining a positive attitude throughout.
• Comfortable using CRM software and productivity tools to manage leads and track progress.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Must be authorized to work in the USA.
• Must be willing to undergo pre-employment compliance requirements: Drug testing, background check, MVR.

Additional Information

Compensation (Draw / Commission):

• Performance-based earnings range: $36,000 - 100,000 + / year
  • Actual earnings depend on performance. High-performing sales professionals who consistently meet and exceed store and corporate goals often earn well above this range.

Schedule:

• FULL TIME
• Sundays Always Off
• Saturday Availability Required

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off that Grows with You
• Sundays Always Off
• Closed on Thanksgiving & Christmas
• Employee Pricing on Purchases & Leases
• Free & Discounted Gym Membership Options
• Exclusive Travel Deals on Hotels, Rentals & Airfare
• Career Growth in a Fortune 500 Company

All your information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines