Vehicle Acquisition Representative - Kearny Mesa Hyundai

Job Description

Posted Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 11:00 AM

We’re looking for a motivated Vehicle Acquisition Representative to join a fun place to work with great people, strong leadership, and full support. If you enjoy working with customers and being part of a collaborative team, this is the role for you.

Minimum wage + bonus potential in the range of $1,500-$4,000 a month

Non-Exempt

Job Summary:

The Vehicle Acquisition Representative I supports the vehicle acquisition team by assisting in sourcing, evaluating, and processing vehicle purchases. This role involves administrative tasks, research, and coordination to ensure the efficient acquisition of quality inventory.

Essential Functions:

• Assist in identifying potential vehicle acquisition opportunities through online platforms, auctions, and trade-ins.
• Maintain accurate records of vehicles acquired, including pricing, condition, and vendor information in the inventory management system.
• Liaise with vendors and other dealerships to gather information about available vehicles and facilitate negotiations.
• Work with service drive customers to identify and facilitate vehicle trade-in or purchase opportunities.
• Offer vehicle upgrade opportunities to service drive customers to persuade them to trade in their vehicle.
• Foster relationships with service Advisors to attempt to purchase vehicles that are in for service.
• Help with the preliminary assessment of vehicle conditions and histories to assist the acquisition team in making informed decisions.
• Conduct test drives to assess mechanical performance.
• Prepare and organize documents related to vehicle purchases, including purchase agreements and title transfers.
• Assist in generating reports on vehicle inventory, acquisition costs, and market trends for the acquisition team.
• Ensure all acquisition processes adhere to company policies and legal regulations.
• Ensure all vehicle acquisitions comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain satisfactory attendance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least one year of verifiable driving experience.
• Knowledge of the automotive market and trends.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record; required to have California driver's license within 30 days following date of hire.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to perform all essential functions of the job description.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in automotive sales, administration, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic knowledge of automotive terminology and market trends.
• Familiarity with inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work collaboratively within a team.

Physical Demands:

• Frequently stands, walks, sits; uses hands; frequently reaches with hands and arms; frequently talks and hears.
• Occasionally climbs or balances; occasionally stoops, kneels, crouches, squats or crawls; occasionally lifts up to 15 pounds.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Typical dealership or repair shop environment, including noise, dust, and varying temperatures.
• May occasionally visit service bays or workshops to discuss vehicle issues with technicians.
• Many odors may be present.

Employee Benefits Include:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Paid AD&D
• 401k (with Employer match)
• Vacation Package
• Tenure recognition and awards
• Vehicle Purchase Discount Program
• Vehicle Service Discount Program
• Golf Benefits at Maderas Golf Club (subject to qualification)

If you receive an offer of employment, it will be a conditional offer contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Sunroad is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal employment opportunities and access to all programs, services, and activities. If you require accommodations to participate in the application process or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact the HR…