Pre-owned Coordinator

Description

The Pre-Owned Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of the pre-owned vehicle process, from acquisition to sale. This includes vehicle sourcing, reconditioning, pricing, marketing, and sales support.

Responsibilities

Vehicle Acquisition:

• Source pre-owned vehicles through various channels, including trade-ins, auctions, and direct purchases.
• Evaluate vehicle condition and determine appropriate purchase price.
• Negotiate deals with sellers and ensure timely acquisition of vehicles.

Vehicle Reconditioning:

• Oversee the vehicle reconditioning process, including cleaning, detailing, and mechanical repairs.
• Coordinate with technicians and body shop to ensure timely and quality reconditioning.
• Inspect reconditioned vehicles to verify quality standards.

Vehicle Pricing:

• Research market trends and competitor pricing to determine optimal pricing for pre-owned vehicles.
• Develop pricing strategies to maximize profitability.

Vehicle Marketing:

• Create compelling vehicle listings for online and print advertising.
• Manage online listings and ensure accurate and up-to-date information.
• Coordinate with marketing department to develop effective marketing campaigns.

Sales Support:

• Provide sales team with product knowledge and support to facilitate sales.
• Assist with customer inquiries and concerns.
• Prepare necessary paperwork and documentation for vehicle sales.

Inventory Management:

• Maintain accurate inventory records.
• Monitor inventory levels and identify opportunities to optimize stock.
• Implement inventory control strategies to minimize losses.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates a high “HQ” (Hospitality Quotient) consisting of kindness & optimism, intellectual curiosity, work ethic, empathy, self-awareness, and integrity.  
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 2+ years of experience in the automotive industry, preferably in pre-owned sales or operations.
• Strong understanding of automotive vehicles and their mechanical components.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and dealership management software.

Benefits of Working at Swickard

• Career Path – Swickard isn’t just a J-O-B. You’ll learn and grow into different roles and be able to take on new leadership responsibilities. 
• Positive Culture - Be part of a supportive and collaborative team. 
• Growth Opportunities - Opportunities for continued personal and professional growth. 
• Competitive Compensation - Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. 
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company. 

About Us

• We were founded in 2014 by Jeff Swickard in Wilsonville, OR. 
• We’re a hospitality company that happens to sell cars, parts, and services. 
• We are a team. Everyone plays a role in our success. 
• Culture: We want to be our customers’ favorite place to purchase, lease, or service their vehicle and we want to be your favorite place to work! 
• Highline Brands: Swickard has positioned itself as a leader in highline brands such as Mercedes Benz, BMW, Volvo, Porsche, Lexus, Audi, Land Rover, and more. 
• We are consistently ranked as one of the fastest growing dealership groups in the US by Automotive News. 

Most people have a stressful experience buying or servicing their car. It shouldn’t be that way. We’re looking for people as crazy as we are about revolutionizing the car-buying experience, and it starts with hospitality. Hospitality isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are. We need exceptionally talented individuals to join our mission and embark on a challenging, rewarding career. Do you have what it takes?