About this opportunity
Cocoa Hyundai lists this Vehicle Acquisition Specialist opportunity in cocoa, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Vehicle Acquisition Specialist
We're looking for an energetic, outgoing professional to help grow our inventory by purchasing quality vehicles directly from customers. If you enjoy meeting people, negotiating, building relationships, and creating opportunities, this could be the perfect career for you. Your primary responsibility is helping customers sell or trade their vehicles—even if they aren't purchasing one from us. You'll work with internet leads, phone inquiries, service customers, and walk-in traffic to acquire inventory that our dealership needs. No automotive buying experience? That's okay. We provide extensive training for the right person.
What You'll Do
Contact customers interested in selling their vehicles
Respond to online vehicle valuation leads
Schedule vehicle appraisal appointments
Meet with customers in person
Inspect and evaluate vehicles
Present purchase offers
Negotiate professionally while creating a great customer experience
Work closely with the Used Car Manager
Build relationships that generate repeat business and referrals
Follow up with previous customers
Maintain detailed notes in our CRM
Help grow our dealership's used vehicle inventory
Daily Responsibilities
Your day will consist of:
Calling customers who requested vehicle appraisals
Following up with equity and trade opportunities
Contacting previous customers
Working with the service department to identify potential sellers
Meeting customers for vehicle inspections
Taking photos and documenting vehicle condition
Presenting purchase offers
Following up on pending opportunities
Updating customer records and activity
Every day is different, and you'll spend time both on the phone and face-to-face with customers.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who is:
Outgoing and personable
Comfortable talking with new people every day
Competitive and goal-oriented
Self-motivated
Coachable
Organized
Professional
Confident negotiating with customers
Comfortable using computers and CRM software
Driven by performance bonuses
Experience in automotive sales, purchasing, retail sales, customer service, hospitality, or outside sales is a plus—but not required.
What Makes Someone Successful
Successful Vehicle Acquisition Specialists:
Love talking with people
Build trust quickly
Ask great questions
Stay organized with follow-up
Handle objections professionally
Are motivated by performance incentives
Don't give up after hearing "no"
Look for opportunities everywhere
Compensation
Competitive base salary
Monthly performance bonuses
Additional incentives based on vehicles purchased
Paid training
Career advancement opportunities
Top performers can significantly increase their income through bonus opportunities.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k)
Employee Discounts
Paid Training
Career Growth Opportunities
We're committed to building one of the strongest vehicle acquisition teams in the area. You'll receive hands-on training, ongoing coaching, and the tools you need to succeed. As demand for quality used vehicles continues to grow, this role has become one of the most important positions in the dealership. If you're ambitious, enjoy working with people, and want a career with unlimited earning potential, we'd love to meet you.
Worksite address
cocoa, FL, 32922, US
Who can apply
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