Vehicle Acquisition Specialist - Vancouver WA | Dick Hannah Dealerships

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Vehicle Acquisition Specialist to join our team. This role involves purchasing used vehicles within management’s financial guidelines and purchasing policies, as well as providing appraisals to service customers. If you have a keen eye for vehicle value and excel in negotiation, apply now to contribute to our dealership’s success and ensure our inventory meets high standards.

Vehicle Acquisition Specialist Compensation and Benefits:

Vehicle Acquisition Specialist Competitive Salary: $300 per vehicle purchased, and $300 per vehicle trade in. Average monthly income of $3,000-$6,000. 

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO):We prioritize work-life balance, offering industry-leading PTO. New full-time employees accrue 4 hours per pay period, totaling approximately 96 hours in the first year, with increases over time.

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Hannah Motor Company provides extensive health benefits starting the first month after 60 days of employment. Options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings and Flexible Spending accounts, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability, alongside a robust 401(k) plan for retirement planning.

Paid Holidays:Hannah Motor Company offers at least 2paid holidays per year to Vehicle Acquisition Specialists subject to completion of the introductory period and other eligibility requirements as per company policy. 

Vehicle Acquisition Specialist Responsibilities:

• Discusses purchasing requirements with general manager.
• Purchases vehicles from customers.
• Provides appraisals to service customers.
• Provides proper documentation to the office for purchases.
• Tracks results of purchases to monitor profitability.
• Analyzes sales history and local area trends to determine the best purchasing mix.
• Tracks customer interest in vehicles not in stock (lost sales).
• Keeps abreast of current market and current valuation of used vehicles.

• Keeps abreast of and ensures compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations regarding the used-vehicle industry.
• Work with service/reconditioning manager to get work done timely.
• Maintains professional appearance.
• Attends manager meetings as requested.
• Test drive vehicles as needed. Must be insurable with company insurance.

Vehicle Acquisition Specialist Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills (including listening, writing, speaking).
• Public relations skills. Ability to effectively establish rapport, present information and respond to questions from managers, customers and the general public.
• Skill and ability to meet people and listen.
• Mental ability to conduct on-going interpersonal interactions.
• Ability to actively participate in team oriented process.
• Skill and ability to sell and/or negotiate.
• Physical ability to use computer hardware/software.
• Understand the value of new and used vehicles.
• Complete understanding of sales process.
• Ability to learn automotive specific programs.

At Dick Hannah Dealerships, our Core Values are summed up in four words: Family, Integrity, Respect and Purpose. We’re a family-run business that’s been around since 1949 but keep our focus on the future and innovation. The Hannah family is passionate about how our business is run and treating our employees just as well as our customers. Every day. We truly care for our employees and sincerely appreciate everyone’s day-to-day contributions.

Dick Hannah Dealerships. Believe in nice.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.