What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent position at America's Car-Mart?
Summary
America’s Car-Mart, Inc. is seeking an organized, hard charging, and detailed individual to purchase vehicles. If you have automotive mechanical knowledge, ability to build a great rapport with vendors and with the public, and have some great negotiating skills, this may be the job for you!
Compensation: $40,000 plus bonus opportunity
Responsibilities
- Locate and identify used vehicles for sale that fit within Car-Mart parameters and negotiate the purchase with vendors
- Visit dealerships you purchase vehicles for on a regular basis and discuss dealership purchasing needs with General Manager
- Continually develop new sources of vehicles.
- Drive, inspect, and fill out an incoming unit checklist for new vehicle purchases
- Maintain accurate records, payment and titles for vehicles purchased
- Ensure each wholesaler fulfills our purchase requirements such as changing oil & filter, making extra keys, etc.
- Enter purchases into company database; communicate with Corporate Office daily.
- Adhere to the purchasing guidelines and policies as set forth by the Corporate Office.
Requirements
- One-year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Basic Mechanical Knowledge – Able to diagnose through sight, sound, or other inspections the condition of vehicles about to be purchased.
- Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions.
- Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality; good listening skills; keeps calm under pressure.
- Uses sound discretion and independent judgment.
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification.
- Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Currently, Americas’ Car-Mart, Inc. is the nation’s largest publicly traded buy-here pay-here organization in the country. With over 150 dealerships in twelve states and plans for continued growth, there are numerous advancement opportunities. This means you can grow with a company that is expanding and develops the full range of your capabilities and skills. In return for your strong effort, Car-Mart provides a base wage and opportunity for a monthly bonus and an benefits package.
If this is the type of fast-paced and time-sensitive environment, in a growing company with a continually expanding customer base raises your interest, then we look forward to reviewing your resume or application.
Employment is contingent upon your pre-employment background review, drug test, satisfactory MVR, and any state or local requirements for necessary licensure, as applicable
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