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Outside Car Buyer

Pick Your Part
Posted 7 days ago, valid for 22 days
Location

Rockford, IL, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Pick Your Part is looking for a self-motivated Outside Car Buyer to source and purchase vehicles to support inventory needs.
  • The role involves managing purchasing activities, building vendor relationships, and ensuring a consistent vehicle supply aligned with market demands.
  • Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and preferably possess experience in sales, procurement, or the automotive industry.
  • The position offers competitive pay with bonus opportunities, and requires local travel, with a schedule of Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
  • Applicants should have strong communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to analyze market trends to make informed purchasing decisions.

Description

Pick Your Part is seeking a self-motivated, field-based Outside Car Buyer responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and purchasing vehicles to support inventory needs. This role manages purchasing activities, builds vendor relationships, and ensures consistent vehicle supply aligned with market demand and profitability goals.


Schedule & Compensation

  • Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM 
  • Competitive Pay + bonus opportunities 
  • Local travel required 


Requirements

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify, evaluate, and purchase used vehicle inventory from tow yards, auctions, wholesalers, and private sellers 
  • Establish, manage, and control purchasing activities within assigned territory 
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with vehicle suppliers, wholesalers, and auction representatives 
  • Develop and maintain a consistent buying network to support monthly inventory acquisition goals 
  • Analyze market trends, inventory reports, and sales performance to guide purchasing decisions 
  • Negotiate purchase prices and terms to meet company profitability targets 
  • Travel as needed to inspect and acquire vehicle inventory across territory 
  • Plan and manage daily routes for efficient field coverage 
  • Coordinate with transportation teams to ensure timely pickup and delivery of purchased vehicles 
  • Maintain accurate records of purchases, vendor agreements, and activity tracking 
  • Verify ownership documentation and complete required purchase paperwork 
  • Inspect vehicles for condition, value, and missing components 
  • Work closely with the Inside Car Buyer team to meet yard and inventory goals 
  • Communicate market conditions, trends, and inventory needs to leadership 
  • Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required 
  • Valid driver’s license with good driving record 
  • Must pass drug screen and MVR 
  • Must meet company vehicle insurance requirements 
  • Experience in sales, procurement, customer service, or automotive preferred 

Skills & Success Factors

  • Strong relationship-building and communication skills 
  • Self-motivated with ability to work independently 
  • Organized with effective time management 
  • Negotiation and analytical skills 
  • Ability to assess market conditions and make informed decisions 
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred 

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

  • Frequent driving and outdoor work 
  • Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and inspect vehicles 
  • Repeated entry/exit of vehicles throughout the day 
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs 


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Join Pick Your Part and build a career in a fast-paced, relationship-driven environment with strong earning potential and growth opportunities.


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