Job Description

Dealership:

L0421 Suburban Cadillac of Troy

Used Vehicle Manager – Suburban Cadillac of Troy

Suburban Cadillac of Troy is looking for a high‑performing Used Vehicle Manager to lead our pre‑owned operations in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment. If you’re already experienced in this role, you know how critical it is to build a strong team, maintain disciplined inventory processes, and deliver an exceptional customer experience. Our business is fueled by great vehicles, but our energy comes from great people.

We are committed to Growing our Company and Growing our People.

As part of the Lithia Motors family—one of the largest and fastest‑growing dealership groups in the nation with over 180 stores—we focus on providing customers with an honest, simple buying experience while supporting our teams with a positive, high‑performance culture.

Responsibilities
The Used Vehicle Manager oversees all aspects of the used vehicle department, including appraisal, acquisition, reconditioning, merchandising, and sales performance.

Key responsibilities include

• Appraise, purchase, price, and manage all used vehicle inventory with a disciplined, market‑based strategy.

• Lead, train, and develop the sales team to ensure strong product knowledge, process execution, and customer engagement.

• Conduct daily lot walks with the sales team to ensure full awareness of inventory, pricing, merchandising, and lot presentation.

• Drive department sales goals and maintain accountability for performance metrics.

• Meet and greet customers early in the sales process and remain actively involved throughout the transaction.

• Determine trade‑in values and purchase terms with accuracy and transparency.

• Secure financing for customers through established lender relationships, including special finance and subprime programs.

• Ensure all used vehicles are properly reconditioned, frontline‑ready, and merchandised to company standards.

• Maintain competitive market valuations using tools such as vAuto and auction platforms.

• Manage auction buying and selling strategies to optimize inventory turn and gross performance.

• Collaborate with service, sales, and finance leadership to ensure seamless operations and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of success in a high‑volume dealership environment.

• Deep experience in auction buying/selling, including digital and in‑lane strategies.

• Advanced proficiency with vAuto and other inventory management tools.

• Strong background in special finance/subprime deal structure and lender relations.

• Exceptional CSI performance and commitment to customer satisfaction.

• Previous automotive sales management experience required.

• Strong communication, leadership, and team‑building skills.

• Acceptable driving record and valid driver’s license.

• High school diploma or equivalent; must be 18 years or older.

• Must pass pre‑employment screening; we are a drug‑free workplace.

We Offer Best‑in‑Class Benefits

• Competitive pay structure

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

• Paid Holidays & PTO

• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability

• Company‑paid Life Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Lithia Learning Center

• Vehicle Purchase Discounts

• Wellness Programs

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with legal requirements.