Vehicle Acquisition Manager - Kia of South Austin

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    "description": "<h2>About Us</h2>Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI) is a Fortune 250 leader in global automotive retail, operating more than 250 dealerships and collision centers across the United States and United Kingdom. As the 4th largest dealership group in the U.S., Group 1 delivers a fully integrated automotive experience, including vehicle sales, financing, aftersales service, and digital retail solutions. As the automotive industry continues to evolve, Group 1 is investing in the people, technology, and operational excellence needed to shape what comes next. Our work is grounded in a simple belief, that a better experience for customers starts with an exemplary experience for employees. At Group 1, our commitment is to keep finding smarter ways to serve our customers and support one another. We believe great careers are built in environments where people are trusted, challenged, and given room to grow. If you share our core values of integrity, transparency, professionalism, teamwork, and respect, you can get more with Group 1. More opportunity. More support. More ways to build a career that moves you forward.\n<h2>Overview</h2>\n<p><strong>Vehicle Acquisition Manager (Service-to-Sales)</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Kia of South Austin</strong></p>\n<p>Kia of South Austin is part of the rapidly growing Group 1 Automotive family, a leader in automotive retail. We are seeking a motivated and customer-focused <strong>Vehicle Acquisition Manager</strong> to join our team and help drive inventory growth through our Service-to-Sales program.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>In this role, you will engage with service customers, identify vehicle acquisition opportunities, and assist customers in upgrading, trading, or selling their vehicles. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven professional who enjoys building relationships, creating opportunities, and contributing to dealership success.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p>\n<p>In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:</p>\n<ul>\n <li>Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance</li>\n <li>401(k) with Company Match</li>\n <li>Paid Time Off</li>\n <li>Employee Stock Purchase Plan</li>\n <li>Employee Vehicle Purchase Program</li>\n <li>Professional Work Environment</li>\n <li>Ongoing Training and Career Advancement Opportunities</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Responsibilities</h2>\n<ul>\n <li>Engage with customers visiting the Service Department to identify vehicle upgrade, trade-in, and purchase opportunities.</li>\n <li>Present vehicle purchase offers and trade-in options with the goal of acquiring quality inventory and generating sales opportunities.</li>\n <li>Partner closely with the Service and Sales teams to create a seamless customer experience.</li>\n <li>Utilize equity mining and customer retention tools to identify acquisition opportunities within the service customer base.</li>\n <li>Build and maintain strong customer relationships to generate repeat and referral business.</li>\n <li>Track and maintain daily activity, sales, acquisition, and production records as required by dealership management.</li>\n <li>Stay informed on vehicle values, market trends, product updates, and dealership inventory needs.</li>\n <li>Ensure exceptional customer service and professionalism in every customer interaction.</li>\n <li>Perform additional duties as assigned by management.</li>\n <li>Consistently demonstrate behaviors aligned with the Company's Values when interacting with customers, coworkers, and business partners.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Qualifications</h2>\n<ul>\n <li>Automotive retail, sales, customer service, or vehicle acquisition experience preferred.</li>\n <li>Experience using equity mining platforms such as automotiveMastermind, AutoAlert, or similar tools is a plus. </li>\n <li>Strong communication, relationship-building, and customer engagement skills.</li>\n <li>Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and achieve performance goals.</li>\n <li>Comfortable working in a commission and performance-based environment.</li>\n <li>Positive attitude, high energy, and a professional demeanor.</li>\n <li>Strong organizational and follow-up skills.</li>\n <li>Ability to thrive in a structured, process-driven environment.</li>\n <li>High School Diploma or equivalent required.</li>\n <li>Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Equal Opportunity Employer</h2>We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check and/or drug screening.",
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