Pre-Owned Acquisition Specialist/Buyer
Swickard Auto Group - Gresham, OR
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Pre-Owned Acquisition Specialist Inventory drives everything. The right inventory, bought the right way, is what fuels sales, protects margin, and keeps turn healthy. As a Pre-Owned Acquisition Specialist, you are responsible for sourcing, valuing, and acquiring used vehicles that match market demand and support a high-volume Toyota operation. This role rewards judgment, speed with discipline, and consistency. If you like making smart buysnot emotional onesthis role matters. About Us Gresham Toyota is a high-performing, guest-focused dealership that believes strong results come from strong systems. We operate with: Clear standards Data-backed decisions Respect for guests, vendors, and teammates We don't chase inventory. We acquire it with purpose. What You'll Do (Your Daily Impact) You'll own the acquisition of pre-owned vehicles across multiple channels. Source vehicles through auctions, direct purchases, trade-ins, and local buy-backs Use market data and pricing tools to appraise vehicles accurately Negotiate purchases with professionalism and integrity Ensure titles, disclosures, and documentation are complete and compliant Evaluate vehicle condition, history reports, and reconditioning needs Partner with Sales and Management to align inventory mix with demand and turn goals Maintain inventory quality that supports Toyota's reputation for value and reliability Other duties as assigned. Fast-paced. Data-driven. No guesswork. What We're Looking For Experience helps. Judgment matters more. Background in used-car buying, appraisals, sales, inventory management, or auctions (preferred) Strong understanding of used-vehicle market trends and pricing tools Confident negotiation and decision-making skills High attention to detail and documentation accuracy Comfortable working with numbers, data, and digital platforms Valid driver's license and clean driving record Auction experience is a strong plus. Compensation & Benefits Straightforward and transparent. Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off & paid holidays 401(k) retirement plan Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts Training, development, and career growth opportunities Why Gresham Toyota? Because good buyers want structure. High-volume Toyota store with steady demand Inventory decisions supported by datanot emotion Leadership that trusts professionals to do their job Team culture built on accountability and respect Long-term opportunity in a stable, well-run dealership If you want to buy smart, move fast, and be trusted to do it rightthis is your seat.
Created: 2026-03-04