Remarketing Auction Representative

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Oversee the inventory of repossessed vehicles and manage relationships with auction vendors.

• Act as the main contact for vehicle evaluation, reconditioning, sale preparation, vehicle appraisal, and decision-making regarding sales.

• Enhance net recovery by effectively managing auction vendors and the vehicle inventory.

• Ensure the prompt, efficient, and compliant preparation and sale of repossessed inventory.

• Track and evaluate vendor performance, including compliance with company standards, and offer corrective measures or suggestions.

• Supervise regional inventory by tracking transport status, assessing certification inspections, grading vehicles, estimating reconditioning, preparing for sales, and approving bids.

• Conduct onsite evaluations of auction operations, inventory readiness, and sales efficiency.

• Coordinate regular status meetings with vendors and auction management, along with relevant personnel.

• Analyze scorecards and reports, and manage follow-up on any performance issues.

• Negotiate arbitration claims in consultation with senior management.

• Discover and pursue market arbitrage opportunities.

• Review auction expenses and announcements for accuracy.

• Maintain and report travel-related expenses according to company policies.

• Collaborate with auction management, the Remarketing Department, and other internal teams.

• Execute responsibilities in line with Westlake's policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proven experience in vehicle appraisal, reconditioning assessments, and wholesale remarketing channels.

• Knowledge of macro and regional economic/social trends, seasonality, and significant automotive trends related to used vehicle pricing.

• Capability to work autonomously under time constraints and manage competing deadlines.

• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational abilities.

• Professional and effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Adaptability in job functions and ability to embrace procedural changes.

• Proficient PC skills with the ability to navigate multiple platforms.

• Familiarity with NAAA auction policies is highly desirable.

• Previous experience in frame assessment or condition report writing is preferred.

• A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent college experience is preferred.

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant automotive/remarketing experience is required.

• Proficiency in Daybreak, AutoIMS, RDN, Manheim Market Report, and CSAToday.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Experience with web navigation and web-based applications.

• Familiarity with operating copy machines, fax machines, and other standard office equipment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.

• Life Insurance.

• Flexible Spending Account.

• 401K matching.

• Employee Stock Ownership Program in a $14.2 Billion Company, plus company matching.

• Wellness Program.

• Daily Team Exercises.

• Westlake University.

• Certification Programs.

• Career Path Opportunities.

• Discounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and Attractions.

• AT&T Wireless Discounts.

• Employee Loan Assistance.

• Paid Vacation Days.

• Paid Sick Days.

• Paid Holidays.

• Rental Car Discounts.

• Dell Member Purchase Program.

• UKG Wallet – pay advance.