Automotive Pre-Owned Inventory Manager

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    "description": "<p><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">Great dealerships don’t wait for inventory—they go out and get it!  Dale Howard Auto of Iowa Falls is seeking a high energy Pre-Owned Inventory Manager who loves the \"thrill of the deal\".   If you know how to find, buy, and turn the right vehicles, we want you on our team!</span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">Purpose of the Position:</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">The lifeblood of our used car department is top-tier inventory. In this role, you won't just be managing a lot—you will be the chief strategist and executor of our vehicle acquisition process. You will leverage your industry knowledge, negotiation skills, and market analytics to source high-quality pre-owned vehicles through a diverse range of channels. 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