Used Car Buyer - CMA's Charlottesville Dealerships

Carter Myers Automotive

Posted 30 days ago

Full Time

Charlottesville, Virginia

In Person

Smart Summary

The Used Car Buyer will be responsible for actively searching for and coordinating the purchase of used vehicles from various online platforms like Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist to grow the dealership's inventory. Key tasks include assessing vehicle values, contacting private sellers, scheduling inspections, and maintaining detailed records of all purchase activities.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Used Car Buyer with strong computer and communication skills. This role involves sourcing used vehicles through online marketplaces, assessing their value, and coordinating purchases. A high school diploma and a valid driver's license are required, with an interest in cars being a plus.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Sourcing Vehicles

Online Research

Digital Confidence

Vehicle Valuation

Communication

Coordination

Record Keeping

Inventory Management

Attention To Detail

Organization

Self-Directed

Computer Skills

Social Media Proficiency

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Driving

Job Description

Description

We are looking for a Used Car Buyer to help grow our dealership’s used vehicle inventory. In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing and coordinating the purchase of used vehicles from platforms like Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and other online sources. This is a great opportunity for someone who’s organized, digitally confident, and enthusiastic about cars—no prior dealership or negotiation experience required.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Search daily for used vehicle listings on Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and other online sources
  • Use provided tools to assess vehicle values, condition, and desirability
  • Contact private sellers through online messaging or phone to gather information and verify vehicle details
  • Schedule vehicle inspections and coordinate purchase logistics with dealership staff
  • Maintain records of all communication, listings, and purchases in tracking systems
  • Collaborate with the dealership team to ensure vehicle purchases align with current inventory needs
  • Keep up with trends in used vehicle availability and demand
  • Ensure smooth handoff of purchased vehicles to reconditioning and sales teams

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Competitive insurance benefits including medical, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and employee assistance program
  • 401k plan with company matching
  • Paid Time Off and Holiday pay
  • Associate discounts on vehicle purchases, parts, and service
  • Paid maternity leave after one year of employment
  • Closed on Sunday

Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Strong computer skills and comfort using apps, online marketplaces, and research tools
  • Familiarity with social media and online platforms like Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist
  • Excellent  written and verbal communication skills     
  • Reliable, organized, and self-directed with strong attention to detail
  • Interest in cars and a willingness to learn more about vehicle types and features
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
  • High school diploma or equivalent required

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

  • Valid Driver's License

Carters Myers Automotive provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  

Carter Myers Automotive

Carter Myers Automotive (CMA) is a family and employee-owned business serving Central Virginia since 1924. We have dealerships across Virginia as well as West Virginia, North Carolina and soon in Maryland, representing 18 new car brands with more than 3000 new and used vehicles in stock. Our technicians are ASE Certified Virginia State Inspectors and our wholesale parts network extends throughout the region. We move lives forward for our associates, customers and communities. We are always hiring! Our company is unique, in that associates earn ownership through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Started in 1979, our ESOP has grown through the belief that shared ownership means shared success. Everyone you encounter at CMA has a vested interest in the company, at no cost to them. Our brand promise is "Owners Just Do More!"​ CMA started as Stockdell-Myers Hardware in Petersburg, Virginia. We specialized in machine parts and built cars from kits to sell through the store. In 1924, once the assembly line had changed the industry, we reincorporated as Petersburg Motor Company. Our first President was H. Carter Myers. He, his sister and his son kept the business going through the Great Depression and World War II. Our founder's grandson, H. Carter Myers III, joined the company in 1968 and we continued to grow. Today, the 4th generation of the Myers family is our President and CEO. The first woman to lead CMA, Liza Myers Borches has followed in her father's, grandfather's, and great grandfather's footsteps. After more than 100 years in the industry, our core values remain the same: Honesty, Integrity, Customer Service, and Community Involvement. Learn more at www.CMAcars.com.

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