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Acquisition Specialist

Company: Apple Autos (Top Minnesota Workplace)

Compensation: $42,000.00 - $75,000.00 based on experience

Are you looking for a company that Supports You and Your Family, Encourages You to Make a Difference, and helps you Champion Your Lifelong Journey? Then you need to look at Apple Autos.

Apple Autos is a 6-brand, 7 location automotive company founded on the belief that people come before profit. Our Vision is to be Famous for Extraordinary Customer Experiences with People who are Empowered to Create Growth and Loyalty for a Lifetime.

Apple Autos is seeking a customer-focused Retail Car Buyer to join our growing team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for acquiring high-quality used vehicles directly from the public to support and maintain optimal pre-owned inventory levels at your designated location. From analyzing the market to making competitive offers and delivering exceptional customer experiences, you’ll be on the front line of our vehicle sourcing strategy. This is an on-site position in a dedicated retail location.

What You’ll Do

• Analyze the local and national used car market to identify current trends and opportunities.
• Utilize internal vehicle management software to prepare accurate vehicle appraisals and market valuations.
• Deliver timely, competitive, and data-driven offers to prospective sellers via phone, online communications, and in-person.
• Personally meet with customers to finalize purchases and facilitate the intake process.
• Maintain detailed records of evaluations, offers, and outcomes in company systems.
• Collaborate to ensure alignment with the used car team, office, sales and service staff.
• Work closely with the pre-owned inventory and sales teams to ensure alignment on vehicle needs.
• Provide world-class customer service in every interaction, regardless of communication channel.
• Represent the company with professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm at all times.

What You’ll Bring

• Prior experience in automotive buying, appraisals, or sales preferred.
• Strong understanding of used car market values and vehicle reconditioning.
• Proficient with automotive CRM, DMS, and vehicle appraisal software (e.g., VAuto, Kelley Blue Book, AutoAlert, AutoCheck/CARFAX).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (phone, email, text)
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong time management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Working Hours
• Advancement Opportunities
• Professional and Respectful Work Environment
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
• Company Paid Life Insurance along with Voluntary Life and Disability
• Health Club Reimbursement
• New and Used Vehicle, Parts, and Service Discounts
• Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer Time Off
• 401k with a Company Matching Contribution
• Employee Assistance programs

Why Work for Apple Autos

• We strive to make a positive impact in our world, you will get the opportunity to give back.
• Internal promotions, we offer our employees the opportunity to advance internally. 
• We encourage teamwork, positivity, and kindness.
• Learning and development programs are available.
• We empower our employees to do what is best for our customers, and other employees.
• Continually giving back to our employees for all their hard work that does not go unnoticed.  We offer a variety of fun events to say thank you to our most important assets, our amazing employees.

EEO Statement:

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.