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Used Vehicle Buyer

Petaluma, USOn-sitePermanentFull-time

Posted Aug 13, 2026

Experienced Used Vehicle Buyer — Northern California Market Area

A large, well-established dealer group is seeking an accomplished Used Vehicle Buyer to strengthen its pre-owned inventory operations throughout the Northern California market.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5+ years of proven automotive buying experience, extensive knowledge of regional market conditions, and the ability to consistently acquire desirable market-ready inventory at competitive values.

Expected Annual Compensation Range $75,000–$125,000
Compensation includes base pay plus performance-based commissions and incentives. Final compensation will be based on experience, performance, and the dealer group’s established pay plan. A comprehensive benefits package is also available.

Key Qualifications:
• 3–5+ years of successful used vehicle buying or acquisition experience
• Extensive knowledge of the Northern California used vehicle automotive market
• Strong relationships with auctions, wholesalers, dealerships, and other acquisition sources
• Experience using market-data, appraisal, pricing, and inventory-management platforms and social media platforms
• Excellent negotiation, appraisal, and purchasing skills
• Ability to determine the right inventory mix based on demand, turn rate, and profitability
• Proven record of meeting acquisition goals while maintaining disciplined purchasing standards
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected dealer group offering strong resources, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and long-term growth potential.

All inquiries are held in the strictest confidence.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 


Requirements

Key Qualifications:
• 3–5+ years of successful used vehicle buying or acquisition experience
• Extensive knowledge of the Northern California used vehicle automotive market
• Strong relationships with auctions, wholesalers, dealerships, and other acquisition sources
• Experience using market-data, appraisal, pricing, and inventory-management platforms and social media platforms
• Excellent negotiation, appraisal, and purchasing skills
• Ability to determine the right inventory mix based on demand, turn rate, and profitability
• Proven record of meeting acquisition goals while maintaining disciplined purchasing standards
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Role snapshot

Job type

Full-time

Required skills

Used vehicle buying/acquisitionNorthern California used-vehicle market knowledgeAuction, wholesaler and dealership sourcing and relationship managementMarket-data analysis (automotive)Vehicle appraisalVehicle pricing strategy and valuationInventory management systems and platformsSocial media platforms for sourcing and marketing vehiclesNegotiation (purchase negotiations)Inventory mix planning (demand forecasting, turn rate, profitability)Procurement discipline and purchasing standards complianceValid driver’s license and safe driving compliance

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