Vehicle Acquisition Specialist

At Goodson Acura weve been a family-owned and operated dealership in Dallas for over 30 years. We genuinely care about our employees growth and successand we treat every team member as family not a number.

As our Vehicle Acquisition Specialist youll play a critical role in keeping our inventory strong by purchasing quality pre-owned vehicles directly from customers. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships negotiating and creating win-win solutions while representing one of Texas premier Acura dealerships.

If youre motivated customer-focused and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where your efforts directly impact dealership success wed love to hear from you.

Why Goodson Acura

• Family owned and operatedyoure a person here not a number
• Outstanding culture facilities and work environment
• Work/life balance that we actively protect
• Hands-on management team that supports your success
• Strong commitment to promoting from within
• Award-winning organization youll be proud to represent:
• Precision Team Award Winneryear after year
• DealerRater Dealer of the Year (Texas)
• Recognized Level of Master Acura Certified Technicians & Staff
• Actively involved in community and charitable initiatives

Benefits & Perks

• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match; eligible employees may begin contributing after 90 days of full-time employmentno open enrollment required
• Free Direct Primary Care (Concierge) doctor
• Earn up to 4 weeks of paid vacation with the option to cash out
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• 5 Paid Holidays plus one additional floating PTO day
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Employer-paid Long-Term Disability
• Tuition reimbursement up to $1000 per semester for approved coursework toward a two-year degree or equivalent (recipient must remain employed for 12 months following final reimbursement)

Employee Recognition & Milestones

• Annual service bonus: $50 per year of service presented in cash by the owner
• Annual Thanksgiving turkey presented by ownership
• Thanksgiving and Christmas lunches
• Custom gold anniversary ring after 5 years
• Two diamonds added every additional five years
• Rolex watch at 25 years
• Annual silver bar beginning at 30 years of service

Responsibilities

• Purchase quality pre-owned vehicles directly from customers through dealership appointments service drive opportunities internet leads phone inquiries and walk-in traffic
• Build trust and establish rapport with customers by providing a transparent professional and pressure-free appraisal experience
• Conduct vehicle walkarounds and accurately evaluate vehicle condition history and market value
• Explain the appraisal process clearly and confidently while presenting competitive offers
• Utilize appraisal software vehicle history reports auction data and market research to determine vehicle values
• Negotiate vehicle purchases while maintaining dealership profitability and delivering an exceptional customer experience
• Partner closely with the Sales Service and Management teams to identify acquisition opportunities
• Follow up promptly with customers who have received appraisals to maximize vehicle purchase opportunities
• Maintain accurate customer information and follow-up activity within the dealership CRM
• Consistently meet or exceed monthly vehicle acquisition goals
• Stay current on market trends wholesale values and inventory demands
• Represent Goodson Acura with professionalism and integrity throughout every customer interaction
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Previous automotive sales vehicle acquisition appraisal or customer service experience preferred
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Comfortable using dealership software CRM systems appraisal tools and Microsoft Office
• Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record
• High school diploma or GED required
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role

The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys talking with people solving problems and finding opportunities where others dont. Successful Vehicle Acquisition Specialists are:

• Competitive yet customer-focused
• Confident negotiators
• Relationship builders
• Highly organized
• Coachable and eager to learn
• Goal-oriented
• Positive and professional
• Motivated by performance and results

Equal Opportunity Employer

Goodson Acura is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or any other status protected by law.