Inventory Specialist

Redwood Credit Union’s Auto Services is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Inventory Specialist to manage vehicle purchasing, inventory control, and marketing coordination. This role is essential to ensuring our dealership lot is stocked with high-quality, marketable vehicles and that inventory is accurately tracked and presented for sale.

++Key Responsibilities++

Administrative Functions/Purchasing

o Using various sources including rental car companies, wholesale brokers, auction,

trade-in and direct purchase, among others, determine automobiles that would sell well on our dealership lot.

o Establish and maintain a professional relationship with auction, wholesale, broker, rental car, and consignment partners.

o Analyze and track vehicles that would make sense for us to have an appropriate margin for sale.

o Research and analyze market trends to keep up with the ever-changing environment of the auto industry in order to insure we carry the right vehicles for sale on the lot at all times.

o Utilize the RCUAS purchasing guidelines to ensure purchase is within our pricing structure.

o Monitor the pricing structure to ensure pricing guidelines remain appropriate.

o Oversight of P&L as it relates to auto purchases and auto sales.

o Attend auctions to purchase vehicles as necessary to replenish the lot.

o Maintain and acquire relationships with auto mechanic shops and vendors to insure we have the best service available.

o Negotiate rates with mechanic shops and vendors to maximize our gross profits.

o Research, develop and implement new marketing strategies to maintain the vehicles “days in inventory” stays at a minimum.

Management of Inventory

o Enter vehicle data into DMS and coordinate purchase payments.

o Arrange transportation and inspect incoming vehicles for quality and accuracy.

o Manage vehicle reconditioning, detailing, and repairs with vendors.

o Maintain dealership lot presentation, ensuring vehicles are clean, fueled, and properly displayed.

o Update inventory status boards and digital systems.

o Assist Sales Advisors with post-sale vehicle issues.

o Re-price vehicles based on market changes and internal pricing policies.

Marketing of Inventory

o Upload and manage inventory on rcuauto.com and third-party automotive sites.

o Coordinate weekly “Hot on the Lot” promotions with the Marketing team.

o Maintain accurate and timely updates to all online listings.

o Take and upload vehicle photos, print buyer guides, and NMVTIS reports.

Join us and discover why you’ll love working at Redwood Credit Union!

++ABOUT REDWOOD CREDIT UNION (RCU):++

At Redwood Credit Union, our mission is to passionately serve the best interests of our Members and communities. Since 1950, we have been dedicated to supporting the financial well-being of our Members through better rates, low or no fees, and best-in-class customer service. Our purpose is to inspire hope and elevate the financial well-being of our communities one person at a time, through good times and bad.

As a not-for-profit financial institution, we are committed to a people-first approach, which is reflected not only in how we serve our Members, but also in how we treat our employees. Our leadership team is deeply focused on fostering a culture of heart and empathy, integrity, passion, inclusion, meaningful relationships, excellence, and ensuring financial well-being for all.

Why work for Redwood Credit Union?

• 29th largest credit union in the U.S. and the largest financial institution based in the North Bay

• Awarded a 5-Star Rating based on 6/30/24 financial data by Bauer Financial

• Recognized by Newsweek as one of “America’s Greatest Midsize Workplaces 2025”

• Recognized by Newsweek as one of “America’s Best Credit Unions 2024”

• Recognized by Forbes as one of “America’s Best Small Employers 2023”

• Voted Best Places to Work in the North Bay 20 years in a row

• World-class Employee Engagement scores

• Rated Superior in Service by more than 90% of Members, surveyed by SF Gate

• Industry leading Net Promoter Scores across the U.S.
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Minimum Qualifications- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of selling automobiles and/or other vehicles

• General knowledge and understanding of vehicle components

• Proficient knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel and Powerpoint

• Proficient knowledge of Karpower and Kelly Blue Book

• General knowledge and understanding of basic accounting principles to understand profit/loss and margin on vehicle sales

• Excellent organization skills

• Excellent service skills

• Ability to act independently and confidentially with little or no supervision

• Ability to distinguish and manage confidential information, materials and conversations

• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a diverse environment;

• Skill in the operation of computers, printers and modern office equipment.

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to coordinate a variety of activities simultaneously and prioritize work.

• Ability and desire to work in a team environment.

• Ability to work weekends.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of people.

• Ability to manage time efficiently and effectively.

Licenses and Certifications

• Ability to qualify for and maintain a DMV Salesperson License.
• Maintain a valid California Driver’s License.
• Ability to maintain insurance on RCU Auto Services’ insurance policy.

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The ideal candidate has a combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma (GED required) with a minimum of three years of related experience. Must have a valid California Drivers License with clean driving record and be bondable.

Compensation: Base salary range is $68,640 annually plus commission structure.

Our base salary starting range is based on scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal peer equity. We offer a competitive total rewards package including a wide range of medical, dental, vision, financial, and other benefits.

Redwood Credit Union offers a robust benefits package to our eligible employees including:

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance, mental health offerings

• Employee performance incentive plan

• Salary Advancement– Merit increase based on performance

• 401(k) program with employer match

• Time Off- Competitive PTO accrual plus 11 paid company holidays and your birthday off!

RCU Discounts and Perks:

• RCU employees are eligible for a .75% discount off RCU standard collateral auto loans

• RCU employees are eligible for a 1% discount on all recreational or boat loan products

• 2% discount off Visas and LOC Loans through RCU

• 0% interest loan to support employees with various immigration related expenses such as visa application fees and relocation costs. Loan amount up to $1,000.

• 0% interest loan to support employees with expenses associated with the naturalization process. Loan amount up to $15,000.

• 0% interest on garment, fitness, or home office equipment loan of up to $500

• 100% financing for employee purchased homes!

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to drive

• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, walk, twist and turn

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally

• Ability to use a computer keyboard and calculator

• Work environment is a combination of indoors and outdoors with a significant amount of time spent sitting at a desk

*Redwood Credit Union is not offering Visa transfers and/or sponsorships for this position.

Internal Team Members: If you are a current Team Member, please apply through the internal careers page located in RCUNET.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer