Auctioneer II (Manheim)

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Vehicle Operations

Auctioneer II

Individual ContributorNo remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

No

Day

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $125.43 - $209.04/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

An auctioneer starts the auction in their assigned lane and presents the objects up for bidding. They provide description of the object that’s up for bid and announces every bid coming in. The auctioneer manages the entire bidding process and declares the winning bidder when the highest bid is not outbid. 

Part-Time Schedule: Sale Days are Tuesday and every other Thursday

Key Responsibilities    

• Appraises article and determines or asks for starting bid.

• Describes merchandise and gives information about item, to encourage bidding.

• Continues to ask for bids, attempting to stimulate buying desire of bidders.

• The Ringman help keep the momentum of the auction fast paced and the items moving.

• Closes sale to highest bidder.

• May be required to travel to other auctions.

Education & Specialized Knowledge    

• High School Diploma and 3 years of experience in Auctioneering or Any level degree; or certification beyond HS diploma/GED + up to 1 year experience; or  

•  Strong, confident speaking voice

• A passion for sales

• Self-confidence and certitude

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time

Preferred    

• License from an Auction School

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.