Used Car Buyer
Company: LKQ
Location: South Bend
Posted on: May 20, 2023
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Job Description:
The buyer position is critical to the growth and success of LKQ.
An LKQ buyer is responsible for bidding vehicles through online
auto auction services, based on the value of usable parts. You will
be monitoring multiple auctions daily.
Visually inspect damaged or totaled vehicles, either on-site or
through photographs
---Make assessments of the re-use ability of various parts based on
condition
---Predict unseen damage by analyzing impact direction and
angle
---Use bidding software to accurately estimate the total value of
marketable parts from each individual vehicle
---Use an internet based VIN decoder to research specific part
details or trim package variances
---Increase or discount the dollar value of certain parts using
established bidding rules and usage parameters
---Make judgments based on supply and demand analysis
---Field phone calls from private parties wishing to sell their
personal vehicle for salvage and make an estimate of the value,
based on descriptions over the phone and/or photos sent by
e-mail
---Use company software to generate quote reference numbers
detailing bid specifics and information. Research part prices
---Participate in live online auctions, often multiple auctions
simultaneously using mid sheets listing the maximum dollar amount
to be bid for each vehicle
Basic Qualifications Minimum Requirements and Qualifications
---Auto parts knowledge - preferred
---Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
---Comfortable multi-tasking in a fast-paced, high energy
environment
---Experience working in multiple computer applications at one
time
---Demonstrate the ability to make profitable and sound business
decisions
---Attention to detail
---Ethical behavior that supports the company policies of diversity
and honesty
---Self-motivated, accountable and responsible behavior
---Professional and business appropriate at all times
Education & Experience: Experience
---Background in salvage industry - preferred
---Strong computer skills with the ability to learn specialized
programs
Keywords: LKQ, South Bend , Used Car Buyer, Other , South Bend, Indiana
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