Job description

Airstream Pre-Owned Acquisition Manager

Airstream Adventures has joined the Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) family; one of the largest automotive retailers in the U.S., and one of the fastest-growing companies on the Fortune 500.

With a mission of Growth Powered by People, Lithia & Driveway continuously creates new opportunities for our people. We aim to create an environment where you are enabled to reach your highest potential, where you feel both inspired and supported. With core values to Earn Customers for Life, Take Personal Ownership, Improve Constantly and Have Fun, we believe in celebrating success and cheering one another on!

At Airstream Adventures, we pride ourselves in providing the inspiration and freedom to explore new lands, rekindle old adventures, and discover new friendships without boundaries. Our purpose is to provide our guests the opportunity to create memories and adventures in an Airstream that will last for generations and our team members with the opportunity to grow professionally and personally. We believe that when we put people first, financial rewards will follow.

If you are looking for an exciting career with a growing and dynamic company, one that offers professional fulfillment, or are looking to start a career in the luxury RV industry, we would like to meet with you!

We are committed to growing our company and Growing our People!

The Airstream Pre-Owned Acquisition Manager is responsible for obtaining profitable pre-owned Airstream inventory through successful marketing and negotiations supported by our national, #1 ranked, Airstream dealer group. The Pre-Owned Acquisition Manager coordinates wholesale purchases, attends off-site auctions and identifies private party purchase opportunities for six dealer points in four western states. The Pre-Owned Acquisition Manager negotiates purchases considering condition and current market demands. The Pre-Owned Acquisition Manager partners with dealership Sales, Service and Parts Managers to create reconditioning plans that maximize the resale value of the pre-owned inventory with an emphasis on fast turns and an outstanding Guest ownership experience.

The Preowned Acquisition Manager reports to the Airstream Multi-Store General Manager, and Platform General Manager.

Responsibilities

• Acquire used Airstream inventory through private purchases, consignments, off-site auctions, wholesale purchases, website inquiries, and other available opportunities.
• Appraise Airstreams with an understanding of how the condition impacts resale value, negotiate the purchase price, and ensure timely reconditioning and line-ready status for all pre-owned inventory.
• Identify and contact private party Airstream owners who are actively selling their Airstream.
• Use Lithia’s data mining and scrubbing tools to assist with the search for pre-owned Airstream inventory.
• Responsible for understanding retail trends and participating in the overall inventory planning process.
• Delivers a premium Guest experience by responding to Guest’s inquiries in a prompt, professional, accurate, and courteous manner. This highly accountable position uses lead management tools including the DealerSocket CRM.
• Coordinate the transportation of purchased or consigned Airstreams with Airstream Adventure’s Transportation Manager.
• Create and oversee reconditioning plans for acquired Airstreams partnering with dealership Sales, Service, and Parts Managers.
• Ensures all units are posted to the dealer group’s website in a timely manner.
• Thrive in a fast-paced team environment, be an effective self-starter and work individually as needs dictate.
• Generate leads and purchase appointments.
• Achieve buying quotas.
• Understand market tendencies and changes in trends for all geographic areas.
• Effectively utilize lead management tools to maximize purchase opportunities.
• Prepare all purchase documents, fulfilling both state and Airstream Adventure’s requirements.
• Compile necessary reports, forms, and other documentation on a timely basis.
• Be the expert for all aspects of pre-owned Airstream purchasing, selling, and stocking.

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail
• Sense of urgency
• Excellent communication

Competencies

• Does the right thing, acts and adapts to change.
• Self-motivates, believes in accountability, focuses on results, makes plans, and follows through.
• Believes in humility, shares best practices, desires to keep learning, measures performance, and adapts to improve results.
• Thrives on a team, stays positive, and lives our values.
• Embodies Awareness, Drive, Ownership, Passion, & Execution.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.*

• Up to 1/3 of time: standing, walking, lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Up to 2/3 of time: sitting, kneeling, reaching, talking, hearing.
• Travel up to 40% of time.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

NOTE: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the company reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed.

We offer best in class industry benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence necessary for select roles. We are a drug free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Clackamas, OR 97015: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Customer service: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Clackamas, OR 97015

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