Company Description

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.

At Philpott Toyota, a Sonic Automotive family dealership, you'll find the opportunities, resources, and support you need to grow and develop professionally. So read on, and consider a rewarding career with Sonic Automotive, Inc.

Job Description

Summary:

The Used Car Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our used vehicle operations, which includes acquiring quality pre-owned vehicles, managing inventory, setting competitive pricing, marketing, and working closely with the sales and service departments to ensure maximum profitability and efficient reconditioning.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain the dealership's used car inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels.
• Build and implement competitive pricing strategies for used vehicles based on market analysis.
• Acquire pre-owned vehicles through auctions, trade-ins, and other sources to maintain a diverse and desirable inventory.
• Work closely with the service department to recondition used vehicles, ensuring they are ready for sale.
• Monitor and adjust inventory pricing to remain competitive in the market while meeting profit targets.
• Develop marketing strategies to promote used vehicle inventory across various channels.
• Collaborate with the sales team to ensure they are informed about the current used car inventory and push aged units.
• Analyze market trends and consumer preferences to align inventory with customer demand.
• Conduct regular appraisals of trade-ins and pre-owned vehicles to ensure accurate and fair pricing.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and dealership standards for used vehicle operations.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Used Car Manager at an automotive dealership.
• Experience in automotive management, specifically with used car operations.
• Knowledge of vehicle acquisition, inventory management, and pricing strategies.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the sales and service departments.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
• All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, and valid driver license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience as a Used Car Manager at an automotive dealership
• Previous Toyota experience

Additional Information

Compensation:

• Monthly Draw / Uncapped Commission

Schedule:

• FULL TIME
• 5 days / 2 days off
• Weekend availability required
• Sundays off

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Paid Time Off accrual
• Closed for Thanksgiving day and Christmas day
• Employee discounts on purchasing and leasing cars
• Access to all our 100+ stores' inventory
• Opportunities for career advancement within a Fortune 500 company

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEOC guidelines