• Job Description

  Req#: REF17973J

  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 Momentum Volkswagen, 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

  • 2+ years of experience as a Used Car Manager or Sales 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 Volkswagen experience

  Additional Information

  Compensation:

  • Draw / Uncapped Commission

  Schedule:

  • FULL TIME
  • 5 days / 2 days off
  • Saturday availability required
  • Sundays off
  • Show Room Hours:
    • Monday - Saturday: 9am - 7pm

  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

• About the company

  Sonic Automotive, Inc. is an automotive retailer. The Company operates dealers and collision repair centers in the metropolitan southeastern, midwestern, and southwestern United States. Sonic Automotive sells new and used cars and light trucks, as well as replacement parts. Sonic Automotive also provides vehicle maintenance, warranty, paint, repair, and arranges financing services.

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