Vehicle Acquisition Specialist / Inventory Buyer

Frontier Ford – Santa Clara, CA

Frontier Ford is looking for a motivated and outgoing Vehicle Acquisition Specialist to help us grow our pre-owned inventory. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys speaking with customers, making calls, negotiating, and building relationships.

No prior vehicle buying experience is required — we will train the right candidate. However, strong communication skills, confidence on the phone, and a drive to succeed are essential.

Responsibilities

• Make outbound calls to customers interested in selling their vehicles• Contact previous customers and service clients about selling or trading their vehicles• Respond to online vehicle purchase leads and schedule appraisal appointments• Build relationships with customers and create opportunities to purchase vehicles directly from the public• Assist with appraising vehicles and determining fair market values• Work with management to identify high-demand vehicles needed for inventory• Track all acquisition opportunities in the CRM• Help maintain a strong pre-owned inventory for the dealership• Support the sales team by helping generate trade-in opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong phone and communication skills• Comfortable making outbound calls daily• Positive attitude and strong work ethic• Sales, call center, or customer service experience is a plus• Ability to work in a fast-paced dealership environment• Basic knowledge of vehicles is helpful but not required• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

What We Offer

• Competitive base pay + bonus opportunities• Training and support from dealership management• Opportunity to grow into roles such as Used Car Manager or Inventory Manager• Health, dental, and vision benefits• Paid time off• 401(k)

About Frontier Ford

Frontier Ford is one of the Bay Area’s premier Ford dealerships, focused on delivering excellent customer service and maintaining a strong inventory to meet customer demand.

If you enjoy working with people, making calls, and being part of a high-energy sales environment, this could be a great opportunity to build a career in the automotive industry.