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Used Vehicle Buyer

Lithia & Driveway

Elk Grove, CAFull-time$16.9/hrSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$16.9/hr
Location
Elk Grove, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License

Job overview

Lithia & Driveway is hiring a Used Vehicle Buyer at Elk Grove Ford. The role involves sourcing and acquiring high-quality used vehicles, evaluating condition and market value, maintaining inventory levels, and collaborating with sales and service teams while developing industry knowledge and relationships with wholesalers.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

VautoAuction EdgeDealership Management SystemsUsed Vehicle Market Trends Knowledge

Qualifications

High School Graduate or EquivalentMust Be 18+Valid Driver's License1 Year Automotive Buyer Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Elk Grove Ford, Elk Grove, CA 95757

Full time

R115476

Dealership:L0547 Elk Grove Ford

Elk Grove Ford

Now Hiring: Used Vehicle Buyer

  • Pay: $16.90 - Hourly, plus bonus opportunities, with potential total monthly earnings of $5,000 - $7,000 based on performance.

  • Schedule: Full Time

Why Join Our Team?

  • Be part of a busy, established dealership with a wide selection of new and pre-owned vehicles.

  • Work with a variety of vehicles and gain hands-on experience with dealership inventory.

  • Play an important behind-the-scenes role that directly supports the sales and operations teams.

  • Build automotive industry knowledge while developing skills in inventory management and dealership operations.

  • Opportunity to grow your career within the automotive industry.

What You'll Do

  • Source and acquire high-quality used vehicles through trade-ins, private sellers, and dealer networks

  • Evaluate vehicle condition, history, and market value to make smart purchasing decisions

  • Maintain proper inventory levels based on sales trends and market demand

  • Work with sales and service teams to align inventory with customer needs

  • Develop relationships with wholesalers and other vehicle suppliers

  • Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with dealership standards

What You'll Bring

  • 1 year of previous experience as an automotive buyer, appraiser, or related role

  • Experience with used vehicle market trends and values

  • Proficiency with tools like vAuto, Auction Edge, and dealership management systems

  • Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence.

Total Rewards

The Hourly Pay for this position is $16.90.

Actual pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and physical location. Final compensation will be established through the interview process in accordance with applicable pay equity and transparency laws.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:

  • Competitive pay

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

  • Paid Holidays & PTO

  • Short and Long-Term Disability

  • Paid Life Insurance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Lithia Learning Center

  • Vehicle Purchase Discounts

  • Wellness Programs

Additional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at www.totalrewards.lithiadriveway.com.

About Us

At Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) our success is fueled by our high performing teams delivering Auto Done Easy for our customers. We create simple, transparent, and convenient customer experiences throughout the vehicle-ownership lifecycle by leveraging our hundreds of store locations and our key adjacencies - Driveway, DFC, and GreenCars. We've built a retail model that champions entrepreneurial leadership, Growth Powered by People, and a strategy that creates possibilities and pushes us to reach our potential.

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug-free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

At Lithia & Driveway, we stand by our mission of Growth Powered by People, as we build a workplace that ignites ideas and opportunities to Earn Customers for Life. Our focus is on making the customer experience better; as we aim to meet our customers’ needs whether in person, online or a combination of both.

Lithia & Driveway is the largest automotive retailer in North America and listed on the Fortune 500 (NYSE: LAD). Drive your career forward with roles in Sales, Finance, Service, Technology and Corporate. With thousands of vehicles and hundreds of locations, the career possibilities are endless. Join us as we accelerate towards growth in automotive and beyond!

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