AutoNation Market Place Phoenix Position Overview The BDC Vehicle Acquisition Specialist role is to acquire additional inventory for the dealership by purchasing customer vehicles. Our Associates provide an exceptional customer experience, appropriately managing the customer’s expectations, and communicating throughout the We'll Buy Your Car process. The Associate will strive to deliver on the ‘check within an hour’ promise of the We'll Buy Your Car program. This position provides the ability to work flexible hours and offers hourly pay plus a bonus for each vehicle purchased. Who would I interact with? This position interacts daily with Customers, BDC Associates, the BDC Manager, dealership Sales Associates and Managers, General Managers, Market and Region leadership, and other AutoNation support staff. Where would I work? This position will be required to work onsite at our dealerships located in Tempe, Arizona. All duties will be performed indoors in an office/ contact center setting. Free parking is located onsite for all AutoNation Associates. Job Responsibilities: Responds to incoming leads through AutoNation and third-party websites. Utilizes all available resources to identify and engage private parties looking to sell their vehicle. Set up appointments with potential customers to visit the dealership for an appraisal. Reviews vehicle condition reports. Interacts with customers throughout the day, both online and over the phone. Refers customer to the Sales Team who prefer to trade-in their vehicle instead of selling only. Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent. Extremely self-motivated Ability to set and achieve targeted goals. Ability to drive an exceptional Customer experience. Demonstrated communication, prospecting, and interpersonal skills. Organization and follow-up skills. Experience and desire to work with technology. Using sound judgement, research, and excellent interpersonal skills to make offers on vehicles. Valid In-State Driver's License and an acceptable, safe driving record Physical Requirements: The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with, or without, a reasonable accommodation. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information to clients or the public and to convey detailed spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., phone messages, computer alerts, virtual or in-person conversations, training videos or emergency alarms). Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less (i.e., working with small objects or reading small print), including use of computers. Must be able to work in a stationary position 90% of the time, sitting at a desk while working on the phone. Range of motion and dexterity needed to operate computer, keyboard, and telephone functions in a repetitive manner. Ascending or descending ramps and/or stairs using feet and legs. Hands and arms may be used for balance (e.g., to hold a railing). Company Overview AutoNation is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, offering innovative products, exceptional services, and comprehensive solutions, empowering our customers to make the best decisions for their needs. With a network of dealerships nationwide strengthened by a recognized brand, we offer a wide variety of new and used vehicles, customer financing, parts, and provide expert maintenance and repair services. Through DRV PNK, we have raised over $40 million for cancer-related causes, demonstrating our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of our Associates, Customers, and the communities we serve. Benefits Click here to learn more about our Benefits. Join us as we pave the way to moving our company, our communities and our industry forward. Apply today at a location near you or wherever you dream the road will take you. AutoNation is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.