Automotive Sales Manager – Pre-Owned

Are you an experienced Used Car Manager/Inventory Manager with a proven track record of driving results through accurate appraisals, smart pricing, efficient processes, and sharp merchandising? Hyundai Santa Monica is looking for a leader who can take ownership of our used car operations and deliver measurable success.

Note: We are only considering candidates located in the greater Los Angeles area who can commute to Santa Monica. Please note that out-of-state applicants will not be considered, as this position does not include relocation assistance.

Responsibilities

The Used Car Manager/Inventory Manager is responsible for overseeing the acquisition and management of the dealership’s used vehicle inventory.

• Oversee the full lifecycle of used vehicle inventory — from appraisal to the front line.
• Ensure vehicles move through the recon process quickly and efficiently.
• Price to market daily using vAuto, aligning with market day supply and competitive positioning.
• Partner with sales and service teams to optimize gross, turn, and overall profitability.
• Lead merchandising efforts — making sure every car is presented online and on the lot with the right photos, descriptions, and pricing.

• Required:
  Minimum 3years of Used Car Manager/Inventory Manager experience in a high-volume or franchise dealership.
• Strong working knowledge of vAuto, CDK, and reconditioning processes.
• A proven ability to balance speed-to-market with gross retention.
• Leadership skills to drive accountability and consistency within the team.

You must have or acquire a valid California Vehicle Salesperson License.

Compensation

• The estimated annual earnings for this position are $ - $ after factoring in all forms of compensation including salary, commissions, bonuses, etc.
• Employees in this position will receive a base salary of approximately $6,000.00 per month, plus commissions and bonuses based on performance.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Training

Hiring Requirements

• 18 years or older required
• All potential employees must pass pre-employment testing including a background check and drug screen

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