Vehicle Acquisition Specialist

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As a Vehicle Acquisition Specialist, you will play a crucial role in sourcing and acquiring vehicles for our organization. Your responsibilities include identifying potential vehicles, negotiating purchases, and ensuring that acquired vehicles meet our quality standards.

• Vehicle Sourcing:
  Research and identify potential vehicles through online marketplaces, auctions, and dealerships.
• Vehicle Evaluation:
  Assess the condition, mileage, and overall value of potential vehicles to determine their suitability.
• Negotiation:
  Conduct negotiations with sellers to secure the best possible deals.
• Documentation:
  Complete all necessary paperwork related to vehicle acquisitions, including purchase orders, titles, and registration.
• Quality Control:
  Ensure that acquired vehicles meet our standards and are in good working condition.
• Vehicle Preparation:
  Coordinate cleaning, detailing, and necessary repairs or maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High “HQ” (Hospitality Quotient) consisting of kindness, optimism, intellectual curiosity, work ethic, empathy, self‑awareness, and integrity.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proven experience in the automotive industry, preferably in vehicle acquisition or sales.
• Previous experience with vehicle auctions.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.
• Proficient in using computer software and online tools for vehicle research and acquisition.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Knowledge of vehicle mechanics and maintenance.
• College degree preferred.
• Bilingual language skills.

• Walking/Standing:
  Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods; majority of the day at a desk and computer.
• Lifting/Carrying:
  Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Bending/Climbing:
  Occasional bending, crouching, and climbing in and out of vehicles.
• Travel:
  Occasional travel for vehicle acquisitions or auctions.

• Career Path – Swickard isn’t just a job; you’ll learn and grow into different roles and take on new leadership responsibilities.
• Ongoing training and support.
• Opportunities for continued personal and professional growth.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company.
• Competitive benefits package:
• Insurance: medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance.
• Optional disability coverage.
• 401k plan.
• Paid holidays.
• PTO.

• We were founded in 2014 by Jeff Swickard in Wilsonville, OR.
• We’re a hospitality company that happens to sell cars, parts, and service.
• We are a team. Everyone plays a role in our success.
• Culture:
  We want to be our customers’ favorite place to purchase, lease, or service their vehicle and we want to be your favorite place to work!
• Highline Brands:
  Swickard has positioned itself as a leader in highline brands such as Mercedes Benz, BMW, Volvo, Porsche, Lexus, Audi, Land Rover, and more.
• We are consistently ranked as one of the fastest growing dealership groups in the US by Automotive News.

Most people have a stressful experience buying or servicing their car. It shouldn’t be that way. We’re looking for people as crazy as we are about revolutionizing the car‑buying experience and it starts with hospitality. Hospitality isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are. We need exceptionally talented individuals to join our mission and embark on a challenging, rewarding career.

Do you have what it takes?