Lead and grow the dealership’s pre-owned department by managing inventory acquisition and pricing, appraising vehicles, driving front-end and backend profitability, coaching the sales team, and optimizing turn rates and aged-unit management to maximize volume and gross.
USED CAR MANAGER – CAPITOL CHEVROLET (AUSTIN, TX)
Capitol Chevrolet is looking for a high-energy, results-driven Used Car Manager to lead our pre-owned department and drive both volume and profitability. We are one of the top-performing Chevrolet dealerships in Texas, and we need a leader who can bring intensity, structure, and a strong financial mindset to our operation.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a proven automotive professional with:
- Minimum 5+ years of Finance Manager experience
- Minimum 5+ years of Used Car Manager experience
- Strong understanding of deal structure, front-end gross, and backend opportunities
- Ability to appraise vehicles accurately and aggressively
- Proven track record of driving volume while maintaining gross
- Experience managing inventory, pricing strategy, and turn rate
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a strong plus
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and grow the used vehicle inventory and acquisition strategy
- Drive front-end gross and total PVR performance
- Work closely with the desk and sales team to structure deals and maximize profitability
- Oversee vehicle appraisals and ensure consistency in evaluation
- Analyze market trends and adjust pricing using tools and real-time data
- Lead and develop the sales team with a focus on urgency, accountability, and execution
- Ensure strong inventory turn and aged unit management
- Collaborate with Finance to maximize backend performance
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation with high earning potential
- Opportunity to work at a high-volume, fast-paced dealership
- Strong leadership team and growth opportunity within the organization
- Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k, etc.)
You bring energy, discipline, and a mindset focused on both volume and gross. You don’t wait for deals—you create them. You know how to hold the line, train your team, and push performance every single day.
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.
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