Acquisition Specialist

About Us

Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI) is a Fortune 250 leader in global automotive retail, operating more than 250 dealerships and collision centers across the United States and United Kingdom. As the 4th largest dealership group in the U.S., Group 1 delivers a fully integrated automotive experience, including vehicle sales, financing, aftersales service, and digital retail solutions. As the automotive industry continues to evolve, Group 1 is investing in the people, technology, and operational excellence needed to shape what comes next. Our work is grounded in a simple belief, that a better experience for customers starts with an exemplary experience for employees. At Group 1, our commitment is to keep finding smarter ways to serve our customers and support one another. We believe great careers are built in environments where people are trusted, challenged, and given room to grow. If you share our core values of integrity, transparency, professionalism, teamwork, and respect, you can get more with Group 1. More opportunity. More support. More ways to build a career that moves you forward.

Overview

Bob Howard Acura is looking for a skilled individual to join our pre-owned operations team. As an Acquisition Specialist, you will use your knowledge and the data tools available of the retail and wholesale used car market to help us quickly value units flowing into our system. This role assists dealerships in valuations of vehicles acquired at the dealership

Responsibilities

• Assessing vehicle condition from information contained in an electronic Condition Report
• Reviewing vehicle history and market value data from multiple sources
• Communicating directly with dealership personnel to confirm accuracy and add to description
• Partnering with other team members to determine valuation
• Tendering an appraisal amount to dealership within specified time frame

Qualifications

•  Automotive retail / wholesale / re-marketing experience a plus.
• Two years of experience in a dealership position is a plus.
• Tech-industry or software experience is a plus.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
• A great work ethic and ability to work both independently and with a team
• Excellent communication skills, including customer service and customer care.
• Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel and Word functions.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all applicable pre-employment requirements in accordance with federal, state, and local law.