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Used Car Inventory Manager Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

USED CAR MANAGER

Wilsonville, OR · On-site

$5.0K/mo

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Used Car Manager , you are responsible for managing our used car inventory, which involves researching, purchasing, and pricing vehicles. This position will also oversee the sales staff, helping ...

USED CAR MANAGER

Wilsonville, OR

$5.0K/mo

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Used Car Manager , you are responsible for managing our used car inventory, which involves researching, purchasing, and pricing vehicles. This position will also oversee the sales staff, helping ...

USED CAR MANAGER

Wilsonville, OR

$5.0K/mo

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Used Car Manager , you are responsible for managing our used car inventory, which involves researching, purchasing, and pricing vehicles. This position will also oversee the sales staff, helping ...

Automotive Used Car Manager

Sandy, OR

$150K - $280K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... optimal inventory levels that meet customer demands and align with management's strategic goals ... Used Car Manager Competitive Salary: Expected annual earnings ranging from $150,000 to $280,000.

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Automotive Used Car Manager

Sandy, OR

$150K - $280K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... optimal inventory levels that meet customer demands and align with management's strategic goals ... Used Car Manager Competitive Salary: Expected annual earnings ranging from $150,000 to $280,000.

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Automotive Used Car Manager

Sandy, OR

$150K - $280K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... optimal inventory levels that meet customer demands and align with management's strategic goals ... Used Car Manager Competitive Salary: Expected annual earnings ranging from $150,000 to $280,000.

Automotive Used Car Manager

Sandy, OR · On-site

$150K - $280K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... optimal inventory levels that meet customer demands and align with management's strategic goals ... Used Car Manager Competitive Salary: Expected annual earnings ranging from $150,000 to $280,000.

Automotive Used Car Manager

Sandy, OR · On-site

$150K - $280K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... optimal inventory levels that meet customer demands and align with management's strategic goals ... Used Car Manager Competitive Salary: Expected annual earnings ranging from $150,000 to $280,000.

Used Car Buyer

Gladstone, OR · On-site

$4.0K - $6.0K/wk

Used Car Buyer Armstrong Volkswagen and Subaru Are you passionate about cars and skilled at ... Source and acquire pre-owned vehicles for our Volkswagen and Subaru inventory * Evaluate vehicle ...

Used Car Buyer

Gladstone, OR · On-site

$4.0K - $6.0K/wk

Used Car Buyer Armstrong Volkswagen and Subaru Are you passionate about cars and skilled at ... Source and acquire pre-owned vehicles for our Volkswagen and Subaru inventory * Evaluate vehicle ...

Used Car Buyer

Gladstone, OR · On-site

$4.0K - $6.0K/wk

Used Car Buyer Armstrong Volkswagen and Subaru Are you passionate about cars and skilled at ... Source and acquire pre-owned vehicles for our Volkswagen and Subaru inventory * Evaluate vehicle ...

About CarMax At CarMax, we revolutionized the used car buying experience over 30 years ago by ... to manager approval. For more details about benefits, please visit our CarMax Benefits website.

Inventory Clerk

Milwaukie, OR · On-site

$21.28 - $29.67/hr

  • PTO

About CarMax At CarMax, we revolutionized the used car buying experience over 30 years ago by ... to manager approval. For more details about benefits, please visit our CarMax Benefits website.

Inventory Clerk

Portland, OR · On-site

$21.28 - $29.67/hr

  • PTO

About CarMax At CarMax, we revolutionized the used car buying experience over 30 years ago by ... to manager approval. For more details about benefits, please visit our CarMax Benefits website.

Inventory Clerk

Gresham, OR · On-site

$21.28 - $29.67/hr

  • PTO

About CarMax At CarMax, we revolutionized the used car buying experience over 30 years ago by ... to manager approval. For more details about benefits, please visit our CarMax Benefits website.

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$117.5K

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How much do used car inventory manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for used car inventory manager in Portland, OR is $117,508.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,900.00 and $146,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a used car inventory manager?

A Used Car Inventory Manager is responsible for overseeing the purchasing, pricing, and organization of pre-owned vehicle inventory at a dealership. Their duties include evaluating market trends, managing stock levels, coordinating vehicle inspections, and ensuring optimal pricing strategies to maximize profitability. They work closely with sales teams to meet customer demand while minimizing holding costs. Strong analytical skills, knowledge of the automotive market, and inventory management experience are essential for this role.

What does a used car inventory manager do?

A typical day for a Used Car Inventory Manager involves overseeing the intake, evaluation, and pricing of pre-owned vehicles, coordinating reconditioning and detailing, and tracking vehicles through the sales process. You’ll regularly monitor inventory levels, analyze market trends, and collaborate with sales and service teams to ensure vehicles are ready for sale and accurately listed online. Expect to attend meetings to discuss sales strategies, review performance metrics, and occasionally interact with wholesale buyers and auction representatives. The role is dynamic and requires balancing multiple priorities to keep inventory moving efficiently and profitably.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a used car inventory manager?

A Used Car Inventory Manager should have strong analytical skills, automotive industry knowledge, and experience with inventory management, often supported by a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with dealership management systems (DMS), inventory tracking software, and occasionally certifications in automotive sales or management are valuable. Excellent organization, negotiation abilities, and strong communication skills help build relationships with dealers, sales teams, and customers. These abilities are crucial for maintaining optimal stock levels, maximizing profitability, and ensuring smooth dealership operations.

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USED CAR MANAGER

O'Brien Auto Group

Wilsonville, OR • On-site

$5.0K/mo

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

Audi Wilsonville, a dealership part of the O'Brien Auto Group, is looking for a Used Car Manager to lead our pre-owned vehicle department.
As a Used Car Manager, you are responsible for managing our used car inventory, which involves researching, purchasing, and pricing vehicles. This position will also oversee the sales staff, helping them meet monthly goals and encouraging leadership development within your team. This position requires strong communication and relationship management skills to get the most out of your employees and the best deal from wholesale dealerships. Our ideal candidate has prior experience with used cars, preferably in a supervisory role.
This position pays a base of $5,000 plus commission per month. Subject to eligibility requirements, we offer the following benefits:
  • Bonuses
  • Vacation - based on hire date and paid based on position.
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/RX
  • Ancillary Benefits such as Short/Long Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Life Insurance, Spousal/Child coverages
  • 401(k) plus company match

Job Summary:
The Used Car Sales Manager is directly responsible for maximizing retail profits by better merchandising, lot operation and staff management.
Responsibilities to Include:
  • Sales of certified pre-owned and other used cars.
  • Manage and train sales team which #1 in the district in CSI, measured by factory monthly summary report.
  • Manage, hire, and train a high quality sales staff with a focus on high volume, high gross, and high CSI (all hiring to be approved by GM).
  • Involve all sales team members in a weekly game plan.
  • Maintain used car write-up, appointment and sales boards.
  • Obtain monthly production numbers from management and all staff and combine with results.
  • Physical walk of inventory and inspection of used cars.
  • Develop work schedule.
  • Assist in training of the following:
    • BDC
    • AutoTown
    • 3 prospects daily
    • 10 follow-up and 20 cold calls daily
    • Phone script
    • Walk around
    • 7 steps to the sale
    • Delivery process
    • Write up
    • CPO product knowledge
  • Establish and maintain a used car walk around for salespeople.
  • Maintain and establish a high level of intensity.
  • Daily sales meeting to review previous day.
  • Recruit and pre-screen potential sales consultants for the used car group who have the potential to become full new car sales and leasing consultants.
  • Train on a daily basis the phone script, 7 steps of the sale, certified vehicles, delivery procedures, closing skills and manufacturer certification.
  • Motivate and maintain a well trained quality used car sales team.
  • Produce minimum quota of 100 cars per month from the used car group.
  • Take turns on all customers who visit the lot whenever possible.
  • Demonstrate expert closing skills.
  • Demonstrate expert knowledge of manufacturer certified pre owned.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.
  • Regular attendance is essential.
  • Work in cooperative, positive, & professional manner with all personnel in the company.
  • Treat members of the public and customers in a courteous and non-discriminatory manner. Maintain professional demeanor while at work.
  • Must conform to company policy regarding non-discrimination and harassment. Assure that your direct reports conform to these policies.

Equipment/Machines/Tools Typically Used: Phone, computer, adding machine, copier, calculator, stapler, fax machine, pencils/pens, letter opener, scissors, and rulers.
Physical Demands: Frequent twisting and/or turning of trunk, reaching, and handling of objects; intermittent standing, walking, and sitting; infrequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and lifting of 10 lbs or less.
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the dealership reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (i.e., emergencies, changes in personnel, work load, rush jobs, or technological developments).
Candidates for this position must possess a valid Driver's License and maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with company policy. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background screening and motor vehicle record review.
Audi Wilsonville is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.