Job Description

Title: Automotive Buyer / Vehicle Inspector

Location : Nashville, TN

Schedule: Monday - Friday, rotating Saturdays

Must‑Haves

• Hands‑on vehicle inspection experience with the ability to confidently identify:
• Prior structural or frame repairs
• Replaced or repaired panels
• Signs of poor‑quality or undisclosed repairs
• Proven experience evaluating vehicle condition in roles such as:
• Automotive Buyer
• Vehicle Condition Assessor
• Other inspection‑focused automotive roles (e.g., CarMax, Manheim, auctions, dealerships)
• Strong foundational understanding of vehicle damage, reconditioning needs, and risk assessment
• High attention to detail and sound judgment when assessing vehicles
• Ability to operate independently during inspections with minimal oversight
• Professional, trustworthy, and customer‑facing communication style

Plusses

• Prior direct automotive buying experience
• Dealership or broader automotive industry background
• Experience negotiating vehicle purchases or working in a sales‑adjacent role
• Exposure to vehicle auctions or wholesale environments
• Familiarity with estimating reconditioning costs or vehicle valuation tools
• Candidates currently in inspection or assessor roles seeking growth into a buyer position

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles thoroughly to assess overall condition prior to purchase
• Identify mechanical, cosmetic, and structural issues that could impact value or risk
• Detect signs of prior repairs, frame damage, or underlying concerns not immediately visible
• Estimate reconditioning needs and collaborate with internal teams as needed
• Use internal systems and resources to:
• Calculate reconditioning costs
• Determine appropriate purchase prices
• Finalize buying decisions
• Engage directly with customers in a professional, transparent, and personable manner
• Negotiate vehicle purchases while maintaining trust and a positive customer experience
• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth acquisition and handoff processes

Compensation:

$65,000 to $75,000 per year annual salary.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role include: Benefit packages for this role may include healthcare insurance offerings and paid leave as provided by applicable law.

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