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Sales/Acquisition Manager – Chevy Chase Acura
Location: Bethesda, MD Department: Pre-Owned Sales Annual Earnings: $70,000–$110,000+
Join Maryland’s Premier Acura Dealership
Chevy Chase Acura, a family-owned and award-winning dealership proudly serving the Washington, DC metropolitan area since 1939, is seeking a motivated Sales Manager to help lead and develop our sales team while driving vehicle acquisition efforts and supporting the continued growth of our pre-owned operation.
We understand that acquiring the right inventory is the foundation of a successful Pre-owned operation. In this role, you’ll be responsible for identifying, appraising, negotiating, and purchasing quality vehicles through customer trade-ins, service-drive opportunities, private-party sellers, internet leads, and digital acquisition platforms.
We’re looking for someone who is competitive, analytical, customer-focused, and motivated to build one of the strongest pre-owned inventories in the market.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and support Sales Consultants to achieve individual and dealership sales goals.
- Assist with desking deals, customer negotiations, closing opportunities, and maximizing profitability.
- Monitor CRM activity, lead follow-up, appointments, and overall sales team performance.
- Identify and acquire quality pre-owned vehicles through trade-ins, private-party purchases, service-drive opportunities, internet leads, and off-street acquisitions.
- Conduct accurate vehicle appraisals using market data, vehicle history, wholesale trends, and dealership inventory needs.
- Negotiate vehicle purchases while balancing acquisition cost, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
- Manage and follow up with acquisition leads from KBB Instant Cash Offer, Acura Accelerated Purchase Program, CRM, and other lead sources.
- Monitor market trends, inventory levels, aging, and competitor pricing to identify acquisition opportunities.
- Work closely with Sales, Service, Finance, and Recon teams to support sales performance and move inventory efficiently to retail.
- Meet or exceed monthly sales, acquisition, gross profit, and inventory objectives.
Qualifications
- Previous automotive experience in vehicle acquisitions, appraising, used vehicle management, F&I, or automotive sales.
- Strong understanding or willing to learn of vehicle valuation, market trends, wholesale pricing, and inventory management.
- Experience with tools such as vAuto, Kelley Blue Book ICO, Acura Accelerated Purchase Program, CARFAX, AutoCheck, or similar platforms is preferred.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable managing multiple opportunities at once.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, performance-driven dealership environment.
- Proficiency with dealership CRM and DMS systems.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Ready for the Next Step in Your Career?
We encourage high-performing Sales Consultants and Finance Managers who are ready to move into management to apply.
If you understand how to build customer relationships, negotiate effectively, recognize a good vehicle, and want an opportunity to grow into used vehicle management, we want to hear from you.
Compensation & Benefits
Annual Earnings: $70,000–$110,000+
Compensation includes:
- Competitive base salary plus performance incentives
- Commission on acquired vehicles
- Monthly performance bonuses
- Additional incentive opportunities tied to inventory and profitability goals
Benefits Include
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Contribution
- Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
- Employee Discounts on Vehicle Purchases, Service, and Parts
- Acura Lease Program
- Professional Training and Career Development
- Advancement Opportunities within Sales and Used Vehicle Management
Why Chevy Chase Acura?
At Chevy Chase Acura, you’ll work with one of the region’s most respected luxury automotive dealerships while playing a direct role in the growth and success of our pre-owned operation.
We offer:
- High customer traffic and a steady flow of acquisition opportunities
- Multiple acquisition channels beyond traditional trade-ins
- Access to industry-leading appraisal and inventory tools
- A collaborative and experienced management team
- A performance-driven culture focused on integrity and customer satisfaction
- Opportunities for advancement within Sales and Used Vehicle Management
- The stability of a family-owned dealership serving the community for more than 85 years
If you’re passionate about buying cars, negotiating deals, finding opportunities, and building a profitable pre-owned inventory, this could be the next step in your automotive career.
Apply today and become part of the Chevy Chase Acura team.
One change I especially like is explicitly targeting high-performing Sales Consultants and Finance Managers ready to move into management. That broadens your candidate pool without making it sound like you’re lowering the experience requirement.



