Purchasing Agent

Job description

Job Description

Looking to fill positions immediately

America’s Car-Mart, Inc. is seeking an organized, hard charging, and detailed individual to purchase vehicles. If you have automotive mechanical knowledge, ability to build a great rapport with vendors and with the public, and have some great negotiating skills, this may be the job for you!

Responsibilities

• Locate and identify used vehicles for sale that fit within Car-Mart parameters and negotiate the purchase with vendors
• Visit dealerships you purchase vehicles for on a regular basis and discuss dealership purchasing needs with General Manager
• Continually develop new sources of vehicles.
• Drive, inspect, and fill out an incoming unit checklist for new vehicle purchases
• Maintain accurate records, payment and titles for vehicles purchased
• Ensure each wholesaler fulfills our purchase requirements such as changing oil & filter, making extra keys, etc.
• Enter purchases into company database; communicate with Corporate Office daily.
• Adhere to the purchasing guidelines and policies as set forth by the Corporate Office.

Requirements

• One-year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic Mechanical Knowledge – Able to diagnose through sight, sound, or other inspections the condition of vehicles about to be purchased.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions.
• Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality; good listening skills; keeps calm under pressure.
• Uses sound discretion and independent judgment.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

What's in it for you?

We offer benefits and privileges to include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, and more.

• We pride ourselves in providing our employees with work-life balance through PTO and a 5-day workweek.
• Closed on Sundays.
• Flexible working hours.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match after 1 year.
• Discounted Associate Stock Purchase Plan.
• Over 40 years of success is an indication of the stability our workforce enjoys.
• One of our strengths is found in our commitment to serving a diverse customer population with diverse teams of associates.
• We are An Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.

Currently, Americas’ Car-Mart, Inc. is the nation’s largest publicly traded buy-here pay-here organization in the country. With over 153 dealerships in eleven states and plans for continued growth, there are numerous advancement opportunities. This means you can grow with a company that is expanding and develops the full range of your capabilities and skills. In return for your strong effort,

Car-Mart provides a base wage and opportunity for a monthly commission and an inclusive benefits package. Average income is approximately $33,000-50,000. There is potential for more income based on performance.

If this is the type of fast-paced and time-sensitive environment, in a growing company with a continually expanding customer base raises your interest, then we look forward to reviewing your resume or application.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Madison, TN 37115: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Procurement: 1 year (Preferred)
• Purchasing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location