Used Car Manager - INFINITI OF LAS VEGAS
Las Vegas, NV
About the Job
Title: Used Car Manager
Job Description:
We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Used Car Manager to join our dealership team. As a Used Car Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the successful operation and profitability of our used car department. Your primary responsibility will be to oversee the buying, selling, trade-ins, and appraisal processes of our used car inventory.
Responsibilities:
Inventory Management:
- Manage and maintain an optimal inventory of used vehicles, ensuring a diverse selection based on market demand and customer preferences.
- Assess market trends, pricing, and competition to make informed decisions on vehicle acquisition and stocking levels.
- Regularly monitor inventory aging, pricing, and vehicle condition to maintain profitability and inventory turnover targets.
Sales and Marketing:
- Develop and implement effective sales and marketing strategies to promote our used car inventory, increase customer footfall, and maximize sales.
- Work closely with the marketing team to create compelling advertising campaigns, online listings, vehicle descriptions, and promotions.
- Train and motivate the sales team to ensure high-quality customer interactions and achieve sales targets.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with wholesalers, auctions, and brokers to expand vehicle sourcing opportunities.
Vehicle Acquisition and Appraisal:
- Acquire pre-owned vehicles by sourcing from auctions, trade-ins, private sellers, and other relevant channels.
- Conduct thorough vehicle appraisals, considering factors such as condition, market demand, competition, and historical sales data.
- Negotiate trade-in values and purchase prices with customers, ensuring a fair and profitable outcome for both parties.
Financial Analysis:
- Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to used car operations, including gross profit, inventory turnover, days to turn, etc.
- Identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to optimize overall department performance.
- Coordinate with the finance department to ensure accurate and timely processing of dealership paperwork, loan documentation, and title transfers.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Used Car Manager or in a similar automotive sales management role.
- Strong knowledge of the pre-owned vehicle market, including current trends, pricing, and local market demand.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers.
- Highly analytical and detail-oriented, capable of effectively managing inventory levels, purchases, and sales data.
- Proficient in using dealership management systems (DMS), inventory management software, and other automotive industry tools.
- Familiarity with local and state regulations related to used car sales, trade-ins, and financing.
- “ preferred Luxury and Highline but not require”
If you are a dynamic and results-driven individual with a passion for the automotive industry, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our dealership team and take on the challenge of becoming our next Used Car Manager, contributing to the overall success and growth of our business.