Associate Buyer
Core
Acquiring used vehicle inventory through online auctions and analyzing market data to mitigate risk for Carvana.
Role type
Associate Buyer (Automotive Retail)
Builds
Used vehicle inventory for Carvana's retail customers
Domain
Automotive retail / Used car market
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Analytical thinking, Excel proficiency, knowledge of auto auctions, understanding of vehicle reconditioning costs, ability to review vehicle condition reports
Preferred skills
Experience in estimating damage to automobiles, ability to collaborate across business units
Technologies
Excel
Responsibilities
Conduct reviews and analysis of vehicle condition reports to select desirable inventory; Perform quality evaluations of vehicles; Acquire vehicle inventory through online auctions; Analyze market data and identify trends to mitigate risk
Seniority
Junior to Mid-level, hands-on IC