Job Description
Coughlin Automotive Group is looking for a self-motivated and career-driven Used Vehicle Expeditor to join our growing automotive group. This is a high-impact role that helps keep our used inventory strong while offering our customers exceptional value and service.
Coughlin Automotive is locally owned and one of the fastest-growing dealership groups in Central Ohio. We carry thirteen brands including Buick, Chrysler, GMC, Ford, Chevrolet, Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Cadillac, Hyundai, Toyota, Nissan, and Kia. We have sixteen locations in the Central Ohio area, including Newark, Pataskala, Circleville, Heath, Chillicothe, Lancaster, Lewis Center, Dublin, and Marysville. We offer automotive service departments, body shops, and parts departments that are unmatched by others in the industry, due to our exceptional sales and service teams consisting of highly qualified, knowledgeable, and talented associates.
Used Vehicle Expeditor - Summary
The Used Vehicle Expeditor is responsible for efficiently managing the movement and processing of used vehicles within the Coughlin Automotive Group. This includes ensuring vehicles are prepped for sale or delivery, coordinating with various departments, and maintaining accurate records.
Used Vehicle Expeditor – Key Responsibilities
Inventory Management:
Utilize technology and reporting tools to optimize vehicle flow through appraisal policy, process and execution, daily trade and stock walk process
Identify and prioritize used vehicles based on factors like age, processing stage, and customer requests
Initiation and oversight of reconditioning process - manage units requiring specific accessories or work, ensuring timely installation and processing.
Use of all available sources for supplemental inventory purchasing
Use of manufacturer's lease return policy for inventory
Use of model inventory management to keep optimum core of fastest-moving, easily replaceable inventory
Efficiently using the wholesale process to move excess and/or undesirable trades
Vehicle photography process for Cyber Showroom – uploading real photos after the trade walk, once reconditioned adding 25 to 45 high resolution and video
Marketing Management:
Accurate and timely uploads to the digital showroom
Use of value-building stickers
Vehicle descriptions and unique selling propositions
Evidence Jackets and Exit Packages for each retail vehicle
Display management
Monitoring the digital showroom
Retail pricing policy, process and execution
Documentation & Reporting:
Maintain accurate records of vehicle location, status, and any work performed
Generate reports on inventory levels, processing times, and other relevant metrics
Track success of supplemental purchasing efforts
Advance planning of auction trips, running CarFax reports on vehicles of interest
Communication & Collaboration:
Provide product information to assist management in salesperson training by specific vehicle and in general
Communicate effectively with sales, service, detailing, and other relevant departments to ensure smooth operations
Benefits include:
Competitive pay plan
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Company matched 401k
Short Term and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Paid vacations and holidays
Employee Discounts
Excellent opportunity for advancement
If you're an experienced Automotive Sales Associate or an accomplished Sales professional looking to join a top-performing operation, it's time to shift your career into gear with Coughlin Automotive! We look forward to meeting you!
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Full-time