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Used Car Buyer - Lexus of Birmingham
full-timeIrondale

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Location

Irondale

Type

full-time

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About this role

Company Description

At Lexus of Birmingham, a Sonic Automotive family dealership, you'll find the opportunities, resources, and support you need to grow and develop professionally.

Our 100+ dealerships are concerned with more than moving inventory; they're committed to your success and invested in your future. So read on, and consider a rewarding career with Sonic Automotive, Inc.

Sonic Automotive is a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive retailers in the country with over 120 dealerships nationwide...

It's time to make the most important move of your career.  From our cooperative, team-based approach to our more than 1,000 internal advancements each year, it's easy to see the difference.

When you join our organization, you'll enjoy comprehensive training, competitive compensation, and unparalleled benefits. Simply put, you'll experience the best that a career in the automotive industry has to offer.

Job Description

The Used Car Buyer will have a primary responsibility of executing a process which involves prospecting, appraising, and presenting offers to current vehicle owners with the goal of purchasing their vehicles from multiple sources for resale.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for calling, following up and scheduling appointments for customers to come in and appraise and purchase their used vehicles.
  • Utilize CRM for prospecting and lead generation.
  • Interface with current used vehicle owners from appointments set and dealership service drive with the purpose of purchasing their vehicle.
  • Approach, greet, and engage with dealership customers to appraise and offer to purchase their current vehicles.
  • Appraise used vehicles by asking questions, taking pictures of the vehicles, and inputting vehicle data into Sonic's automated inventory management system.
  • Work with Sales Managers to build and propose an offer to seller.
  • Introduces guest to sales department personnel to sell them a new vehicle after purchase of their existing vehicle.
  • Review monthly goals with management on vehicles purchased to better utilize time and plans more effectively.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated success in telemarketing, appointment setting, or sales roles, with a track record of meeting or exceeding targets.
  • Strong ability to engage with customers effectively, build rapport, and address their needs and concerns professionally.
  • Excellent verbal communication skills with a persuasive and articulate demeanor over the phone.
  • Ability to handle rejection positively and persistently pursue leads, maintaining a positive attitude throughout.
  • Comfortable using CRM software, productivity tools, and other technology platforms to manage leads and track progress.
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
  • Must be authorized to work in the USA.
  • Must be willing to undergo pre-employment compliance requirements: Drug testing, background check, MVR.

Additional Information

Compensation ( $2k Draw / Commission):

  • OTE (On-Target-Earnings): $80,000 + / year
    • If meeting and exceeding store quota

Schedule:

  • FULL TIME
  • 5 days a week / 2 off
  • Weekend availability required

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
  • Opportunities for career advancement within a Fortune 500 company

 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEOC guidelines

  • SHL Package: Sonic Customer Service and Admin
  • Dealership: 160 - Lexus of Birmingham
  • Other facts

    Tech stack
    Telemarketing,Appointment Setting,Sales,Customer Engagement,Communication Skills,CRM Software,Lead Generation,Vehicle Appraisal,Negotiation,Team Collaboration,Time Management,Problem Solving,Customer Service,Persistence,Positive Attitude,Data Entry

    About Sonic Automotive

    Sonic Automotive, Inc., a Fortune 500 company based in Charlotte, North Carolina, is on a quest to become the most valuable diversified automotive retail and service brand in America. Our Company culture thrives on creating, innovating, and providing industry-leading guest experiences, driven by strategic investments in technology, teammates, and ideas that ultimately fulfill ownership dreams, enrich lives, and deliver happiness to our guests and teammates. As one of the largest automotive and powersports retailers in America, we are committed to delivering on this goal while pursuing expansive growth and taking progressive measures to be the leader in these categories. Our new platforms, programs, and people are set to drive the next generation of automotive and powersports guest experiences.

    Team size: 10,001+ employees
    LinkedIn: Visit
    Industry: Retail Motor Vehicles
    Founding Year: 1997

    What you'll do

    • The Used Car Buyer is responsible for prospecting, appraising, and presenting offers to vehicle owners to purchase their vehicles for resale. This includes scheduling appointments, engaging with customers, and working with Sales Managers to propose offers.

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    What does a Used Car Buyer - Lexus of Birmingham do at Sonic Automotive?

    As a Used Car Buyer - Lexus of Birmingham at Sonic Automotive, you will: the Used Car Buyer is responsible for prospecting, appraising, and presenting offers to vehicle owners to purchase their vehicles for resale. This includes scheduling appointments, engaging with customers, and working with Sales Managers to propose offers..

    Why join Sonic Automotive as a Used Car Buyer - Lexus of Birmingham?

    Sonic Automotive is a leading Retail Motor Vehicles company.

    Is the Used Car Buyer - Lexus of Birmingham position at Sonic Automotive remote?

    The Used Car Buyer - Lexus of Birmingham position at Sonic Automotive is based in Irondale, Alabama, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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