Automotive Street Purchase Buyer

Sonic Automotive

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Houston, TX, us on site Until 10/3/2026 First posted August 4, 2026 Last posted August 4, 2026
Job description

EchoPark Automotive is one of the fastest growing brands within the automotive industry.  We are building a business based on doing things the right way.  From the way we treat our guests, take pride in our work and share opportunities for our employees to grow as we grow.  We are proud of what we're doing here and would love to tell you about our opportunities!

EchoPark Automotive is looking to hire an Automotive Street Purchase Buyer in Houston, TX! If you’re a self-sufficient, independent, analytical person who enjoys working in a consumer facing environment, this may be the position for you. 

Objective:

As an Automotive Buyer, you will ensure the timely valuation and processing of used vehicle consumer inventory brought into the dealership. This position requires working well in a fast-paced environment and being an effective communicator.


Duties and Responsibilities

  • Obtain used-car inventory through our consumer purchasing process
  • Set and negotiate price
  • Understand reconditioning costs
  • Make financially sound purchasing decisions for the company
  • Convert inquiries at a high rate while maintaining profitability
  • Provide excellent internal and external customer service

Qualifications

  • Excellent analytical and valuation skills, with a strong process orientation
  • Web-based search applications and tablet technology experience
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Clean motor vehicle and criminal background records 

We offer the following benefits:

  • $60- 110k income potential
  • Medical / Pharmacy
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 401K

 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

About this role

Summary

Evaluate and purchase used vehicles, negotiate prices, ensure profitability, provide customer service

Job title

Automotive Street Purchase Buyer

Experience level

none

Industry

automotive

Location requirements

Houston, TX; remote not specified

Salary

$60k–$110k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

analytical skillsvaluation skillscommunicationweb search applicationstablet technology

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

purchasingvaluationnegotiationcustomer service
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Houston, TX, USA

On-site City