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As a Vehicle Auction Buyer you are the main resource for providing quality inventory to multiple Drive N-Motion retail sales centers. Your developed understanding of vehicle appraisals and evaluation ...

As a Vehicle Auction Buyer you are the main resource for providing quality inventory to multiple Drive N-Motion retail sales centers. Your developed understanding of vehicle appraisals and evaluation ...

As a Vehicle Auction Buyer you are the main resource for providing quality inventory to multiple Drive N-Motion retail sales centers. Your developed understanding of vehicle appraisals and evaluation ...

As a Vehicle Auction Buyer you are the main resource for providing quality inventory to multiple Drive N-Motion retail sales centers. Your developed understanding of vehicle appraisals and evaluation ...

Auction Representative

Chicago, IL · Remote

$70K - $80K/yr

Auction Representative Remote - Midwest or Northeast USA Location & Travel Requirements This is a ... This role serves as the primary point of contact for vehicle assessment and reconditioning, sale ...

These online auction listings include cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs, boats, mowers, tractors, heavy equipment, and other various motorized vehicles. This position is on-site at our Hastings ...

We are now successfully executing regular online unclaimed vehicle auctions in major U.S. cities and expanding into new markets. We are a lean, yet impactful team composed of, positive, and ...

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How much do vehicle auction jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for vehicle auction in the United States is $23.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.91 and $26.20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Vehicle Auction Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Vehicle Auction Specialist, you need expertise in automotive valuation, market analysis, and sales strategies, often supported by experience in auto sales or an auction environment. Familiarity with auction management software, inventory tracking systems, and online bidding platforms is typically required. Strong negotiation skills, attention to detail, and customer service orientation help set top performers apart in this role. These abilities are essential for maximizing vehicle value, ensuring smooth auction operations, and building client trust in a competitive marketplace.

What is the difference between Vehicle Auction vs Vehicle Appraiser?

AspectVehicle AuctionVehicle Appraiser
Required CredentialsNone or auction-specific trainingCertifications like NAAA or ASA often required
Work EnvironmentAuction houses, online platforms, physical locationsInspection sites, appraisal offices, client locations
Industry UsageFacilitates buying and selling of vehiclesEvaluates vehicle value for sales, insurance, or legal purposes

Vehicle auction and vehicle appraiser roles share some credentials and industry settings but differ mainly in their functions. Vehicle auctions focus on facilitating vehicle sales, while vehicle appraisers assess vehicle value for various purposes. Both roles are essential in the automotive industry but serve distinct needs.

What is a vehicle auction?

A vehicle auction is an event where cars, trucks, and other vehicles are sold to the highest bidder, typically through a bidding process. These auctions can be held in person or online and are commonly used by dealerships, rental companies, government agencies, and private sellers to sell vehicles quickly. Buyers can often find a wide range of vehicles, from used cars to repossessed or salvaged vehicles, sometimes at below-market prices. It’s important for buyers to research vehicles and understand the auction's terms before participating.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in vehicle auctions, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in vehicle auctions often encounter challenges such as managing high volumes of inventory, accurately assessing vehicle conditions, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders like buyers, sellers, and transporters. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are crucial for staying on top of auction schedules and ensuring timely transfers. Leveraging technology solutions for inventory tracking and condition reporting can also help streamline processes and reduce errors, ultimately improving efficiency and customer satisfaction.
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Infographic showing various Vehicle Auction job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 19% As Needed, 73% Full Time, and 8% Part Time. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,725 per year, or $23.9 per hour.

Vehicle Auction Buyer

Drive N-Motion

Chandler, AZ • On-site

$12K/mo

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Are you ready to take your automotive buying experience in the auto industry to the next level? Drive N-Motion is seeking an energetic and motivated Vehicle Auction Buyer to join our team full-time. This position requires our automotive buyers to inspect and purchase vehicles that will be assigned to a retail customer buying audience for multiple Drive N-Motion retail sales centers. Additionally, you will maintain relationships with auction team members, auctioneers and vehicle sale representatives who represent selling platforms across multiple locations. Read on to learn more!

As a Vehicle Auction Buyer you are the main resource for providing quality inventory to multiple Drive N-Motion retail sales centers. Your developed understanding of vehicle appraisals and evaluation shifts in wholesale pricing strategies are of utmost importance. Responsiveness and communication with your assigned Inventory/Operations team leads is also critical to your success as a Vehicle Auction Buyer. A large portion of your day will be spent previewing, inspecting and appraising vehicles at auctions in addition to following up with multiple departments across the company related to inventory control metrics when called upon. This position may also require you to represent and remarket wholesale scheduled vehicles among multiple markets.

As a Vehicle Auction Buyer you will be will be paid a designated flat rate per vehicle that is paid out monthly after a wash-out review of purchased inventory that was designated for retail sale opportunity versus vehicles that were sent back to wholesale channels has been completed.

We give our buyers the tools, support, and freedom to maximize their earnings potential. Our retail sales centers are selling over 200 vehicles each month which gives our inventory buying team steady earnings potential. Inventory Auction Buyers typically purchase 15-30 vehicles each week and can see up monthly income levels surpass $12,000 when buying volume is maxed out.

WHAT DOES A VEHICLE AUCTION BUYER DO?

As a Vehicle Auction Buyer for Drive N-Motion, you are an invaluable member of our team. Each day, you work to source quality inventory in your assigned region by adding valuable and highly sought after vehicles to our retail sales centers. You will be required to source vehicles and achieve target goals related to all buying related direction and weekly focus shifts. You also work closely with auction personnel and upper level management to strengthen relationships and achieve success.

In addition, you are provided access to multiple vehicle evaluation systems and auction platforms that will help you maximize your success. As a people person and someone who is passionate about the auto industry, you enjoy building relationships with all wholesale partner outlets and enjoy the fast pace of the auction and online trading platform atmospheres!

YOUR HOURS AS A VEHICLE AUCTION BUYER

This position requires you to attend auctions on a daily basis by arriving up to 2 hours before the auction is open to successfully preview and inspect vehicles that are assigned to your workbook by a member of our inventory and operations team leads. Some travel to other markets may be required depending on inventory sourcing needs and other team member availability. No weekend work will be needed!

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

To be successful in this automotive buying role, you'll need strong communication, negotiation, and sales skills. We're also looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced auction environment. You'll also need to have great interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with a variety of personality types. To be considered for this role you must meet these preferred qualifications:

  • 2-5 years Wholesale / Auto industry auction buying experience is required
  • Knowledge of wholesaling, appraisal experience, auctions required
  • Auto industry buyer experience required

JOIN US!

If you would enjoy buying vehicles and feel that this is the right automotive buying job for you, don't wait - apply today to join our team. We make it incredibly easy with our initial 3-minute application. We look forward to hearing from you!


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