Buying Center Manager

HoneyCar, the Sweetest way to grow your career!

About HoneyCar

HoneyCar is an exciting tech-driven used vehicle dealer. We blend state-of-the-art technology with a service-driven human touch to deliver a unique car buying experience. We aim to ensure that customers are able to purchase vehicles however they choose. Whether in-store, at home, or a combo of both. Through transparent pricing and a seamless online experience, we support the customers wishes of working with a member of our team or buying it on their own, online.

HoneyCar believes that happy employees create happy customers and strives to be a "Best Company To Work For". If you're looking for an exciting opportunity to help build a company, learn new skills, and continually improve operations, this is the place for you!

Core Values: Growth Minded - People-Centered - We Own It - Driven For Success

About the position

As the Used Car Buying Center Manager, you will ensure that customers experience The Sweetest Way To Buy or Sell Your Car™ by overseeing and developing the inventory acquisition staff.  You'll manage the buying process online or in-store, and grow the inventory through private party purchases and wholesale auction purchases. We will build a regional buying center purchasing vehicles from all over the country. HoneyCar's simple process, transparent market pricing, desirable inventory, and daily onsite training will ensure a successful outcome for the Buying Center Manager and the customer! 

Benefits

• Daily training, coaching, and mentoring


• Access top tier industry software


• 401(k) Plan


• Medical/Vision/Dental Package


• Long & Short Term Benefits


• Life Insurance


• Paid Training

What You'll Do:

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Buying Center with a focus on growth, service, and results
  


• Train, coach, and motivate a team of Vehicle Buyers to meet purchase targets and customer satisfaction goals


• Appraise vehicles accurately and efficiently using internal tools and market data


• Build relationships with sellers and ensure they receive a fair, transparent, and positive selling experience
  


• Collaborate with the Retail and Service teams to ensure smooth reconditioning and retail readiness


• Manage inventory flow, monitor KPIs, and report on buying performance


• Represent HoneyCar’s values and mission in the Roanoke market

 What You Bring:

• Proven leadership experience in automotive buying, inventory management, or sales
  


• Strong understanding of vehicle valuation, market pricing, and wholesale/retail dynamics


• A performance mindset with the ability to hit goals and inspire a team
  


• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills


• Familiarity with CRMs, appraisal tools, and automotive systems (CDK experience a plus)


• A desire to build something, grow a team, and make an impact!

Schedule

• Day shift


• 5 Day work week


• Off Sundays

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.