Used Car Manager Land Rover Southwest Houston at Sonic Automotive

Summary:The Pre-Owned Inventory Manager is responsible for sourcing appraising and preparing pre-owned vehicles that can be retailed with minimal reconditioning.This role focuses on acquiring units that can be offered directly to the public when they meet basic drivability and safety standards.The position requires strong auction expertise accurate appraisals and a deep understanding of how to evaluate vehicles that can be retailed efficiently and profitably.Duties and Responsibilities:Acquire pre-owned vehicles through auctions trade-ins internal wholesale streams and other sourcing channels.Attend and participate in auctions selecting vehicles that align with retail feasibility and profitability targets.Conduct thorough appraisals to determine mechanical condition repair needs expected recon cost and retail potential.Evaluate Sonic trades earmarked for wholesale and determine which units can instead be retailed through this program.Partner with the service department to identify and prioritize minimal start-steer-stop repairs required to make a vehicle retail-ready.Manage reconditioning workflow ensuring cost control and timely turnaround.Set competitive retail pricing based on market trends condition levels and internal benchmarks.Maintain strong inventory flow by managing each vehicle from acquisition through reconditioning to frontline readiness.Ensure accurate inventory reporting and status updates within SIMS and other dealership systems.Review aged inventory and adjust strategy or pricing as needed to ensure optimal movement.Work closely with the sales manager and sales team to communicate vehicle availability condition and pricing strategy.Support internal process improvement for acquisition appraisal consistency and recon efficiency.Ensure compliance with dealership policies OEM guidelines and all applicable regulations.Qualifications : Proven experience as a Used Car ManagerProficiency with SIMS or similar inventory management and appraisal systems.Strong background with auctions including buying strategy pricing evaluation and market behavior.Ability to quickly assess vehicle condition and determine whether a unit can be efficiently retailed versus wholesaled.Understanding of reconditioning processes repair prioritization and cost control.Strong negotiation communication and relationship-building skills with auction representatives and internal teams.Excellent analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage a fast-moving inventory pipeline.Valid drivers license clean driving record and ability to pass all pre-employment screenings.Must be authorized to work in the United States.Additional Information : Compensation (Salary / Commission):Performance-based earnings range: $15000 / monthActual earnings depend on performance.Schedule:FULL-TIMESundays Always OffSaturday Availability RequiredPerks & Benefits:Medical Dental & Vision Insurance401(k) with Company MatchPaid Time Off that Grows with YouSundays Always OffClosed on Thanksgiving & ChristmasEmployee Pricing on Purchases & LeasesFree & Discounted Gym Membership OptionsExclusive Travel Deals on Hotels Rentals & AirfareCareer Growth in a Fortune 500 Company All your information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelinesRemote Work : NoEmployment Type : Full-time Key Skills GIS,Legal Drafting,Microstation,Construction Experience,Data Collection,Math,Land Surveying,Drafting,Autocad,Carlson,Geometry,Oil & Gas Experience Experience: years Vacancy: 1