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Sonic Automotive · 1 day ago

Used Vehicle Manager (Value Inventory & Cash Transactions) - Land Rover Southwest Houston

10002 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$15,000/mo - $15,000/mo

Sonic Automotive is a multi-billion dollar Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive dealer groups in the country. The Pre-Owned Inventory Manager is responsible for sourcing, appraising, and preparing pre-owned vehicles for retail, ensuring they meet drivability and safety standards while managing inventory efficiently and profitably.

AutomotiveCustomer ServiceRetail

Responsibilities

Acquire pre-owned vehicles through auctions, trade-ins, internal wholesale streams, and other sourcing channels

Attend and participate in auctions, selecting vehicles that align with retail feasibility and profitability targets

Conduct thorough appraisals to determine mechanical condition, repair needs, expected recon cost, and retail potential

Evaluate Sonic trades earmarked for wholesale and determine which units can instead be retailed through this program

Partner with the service department to identify and prioritize minimal start-steer-stop repairs required to make a vehicle retail-ready

Manage reconditioning workflow, ensuring cost control and timely turnaround

Set competitive retail pricing based on market trends, condition levels, and internal benchmarks

Maintain strong inventory flow by managing each vehicle from acquisition through reconditioning to frontline readiness

Ensure accurate inventory reporting and status updates within SIMS and other dealership systems

Review aged inventory and adjust strategy or pricing as needed to ensure optimal movement

Work closely with the sales manager and sales team to communicate vehicle availability, condition, and pricing strategy

Support internal process improvement for acquisition, appraisal consistency, and recon efficiency

Ensure compliance with dealership policies, OEM guidelines, and all applicable regulations

Qualification

Used Car ManagementAuction ExpertiseInventory ManagementAppraisal SystemsReconditioning ProcessesAnalytical SkillsNegotiation SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills