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Truck Center inventory buyer

Job in Hardinsburg, Kentucky, 40143, USA
Listing for: Carlock Automotive Group
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-09
Job specializations:
  • Business
    Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Business Development
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Hardinsburg

We are seeking a results-driven Inventory Buyer to lead the acquisition strategy for our growing Truck Center operation. This role is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, purchasing, and managing retail-ready truck inventory to support a targeted sales volume of 30+ units per month.

The ideal candidate understands market dynamics, gross profit management, and the urgency required in today’s competitive used-truck environment.

This is a high-impact position directly tied to dealership profitability.

Inventory Acquisition & Sourcing
  • Source trucks through auctions (in-lane and online), dealer trades, private sellers, fleet accounts, and service-drive opportunities
  • Develop relationships with wholesalers, fleet managers, and independent sellers
  • Identify high-demand units based on current market trends and dealership turn objectives
  • Monitor market pricing using vAuto, ACV, Manheim, and other data tools
Analytics & Reporting
  • Maintain inventory mix aligned with demand (light duty, heavy duty, diesel, commercial)
  • Track:
    • Days to line
    • Days in inventory
    • Front-end gross per unit
    • ROI on purchased inventory
  • Provide weekly acquisition performance reporting
Qualifications
  • 3+ years of automotive/truck buying experience preferred
  • Strong understanding of auction platforms and wholesale market trends
  • Proven track record of profitable inventory acquisition
  • Ability to analyze MMR, market data, and retail pricing models
  • Close attention to detail in reconditioning forecasting
  • Self-motivated and performance-driven
  • Competitive base salary
  • Performance bonus based on:
    • Gross profit generated
    • Turn rate performance
    • Inventory aging control
  • Potential additional incentive for sourcing off-auction units
What We Offer
  • High-growth truck center environment
  • Performance-based compensation
  • Strong leadership support
  • Opportunity for advancement into the Inventory Director or Used Car Director role
Ideal Candidate Profile
  • ✔ Decisive and disciplined buyer
  • ✔ Understands truck market cycles
  • ✔ Data-driven but instinctive
  • Entrepreneurial mindset
  • ✔ Accountable to gross and turn
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