Auction Manager at Cars & Bids
United States
<div><body><h2 style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.6;font-size:29pt;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.5px;margin-top:18px;margin-bottom:4px;padding-left:0px;'><b><strong style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:17pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Auction Manager</strong></b></h2><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.2;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:0pt 0px;padding:0px;'><b><strong style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Location:</strong></b><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Remote in the United States</span><br><b><strong style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Type:</strong></b><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Full-time</span></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.2;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:0pt 0px;padding:0px;'><b><strong style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Compensation:</strong></b><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> $70,000 USD + commission, equity & benefits</span></p><h2 style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.38;font-size:29pt;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.5px;margin-top:18pt;margin-bottom:4pt;padding-left:0px;'><b><strong style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:17pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Join the Team That’s Shaping the Future of Online Car Auctions</strong></b></h2><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:12pt 0px;padding:0px;'><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Cars & Bids is the fastest-growing online auction platform for modern enthusiast cars. Since launching in 2020, we’ve hosted over 40,000 auctions, sold over $900 million in vehicles, and built a deeply engaged community of buyers and sellers.</span></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:12pt 0px;padding:0px;'><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">We’re hiring an Auction Manager</span><b><strong style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">to join our growing team. </span></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:12pt 0px;padding:0px;'><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">This is a seller-facing, consultative sales-driven role. You will personally own a portfolio of sellers and be accountable for guiding each one across the finish line - from submission to a successful auction result. </span></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:12pt 0px;padding:0px;'><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">This role is ideal for someone who has a deep passion for enthusiast cars and thrives on building relationships and helping people have a phenomenal auction experience.</span></p><hr><h3 style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.38;font-size:21pt;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin-top:14pt;margin-bottom:4pt;padding-left:0px;'><b><strong style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:13pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">What You’ll Do</strong></b></h3><ul style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px 0px 0px 32px;list-style-type:disc;'><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:12pt 0px 0pt;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><b><strong style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Own sellers end-to-end</strong></b><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">, from initial submission through a completed, sold auction</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Proactively </span><b><strong style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">call, text, and email sellers</strong></b><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> to keep momentum, remove friction, and prevent drop-off</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Help sellers gather all required materials and guide them through getting their car live on the site</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><b><strong style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Set realistic expectations and negotiate reserves</strong></b><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">, including helping sellers adjust pricing when market feedback requires it</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Ensure listings are accurate, complete, and professionally presented in coordination with Editorial Team</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Maintain urgency and accountability to maximize sell-through</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px 12pt;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Deliver fast, professional, high-touch support at all times</span></li></ul><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:0pt 0px;padding:0px;'><br></p><hr><h3 style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.38;font-size:21pt;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin-top:14pt;margin-bottom:4pt;padding-left:0px;'><b><strong style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:13pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">What We’re Looking For</strong></b></h3><ul style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px 0px 0px 32px;list-style-type:disc;'><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:12pt 0px 0pt;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Proven </span><b><strong style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">sales experience</strong></b><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> with consumer products, marketplaces, or auctions</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Strong emotional intelligence and confidence </span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Passion for enthusiast cars and understanding of how car buyers and sellers think</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Knowledge of vehicle transactions, documentation, and ownership processes</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Highly organized, detail-oriented, and focused on follow-through</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Clear, persuasive written and verbal communication skills</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px 12pt;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Thrives in fast-paced, performance-driven environments </span></li></ul><hr><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'><b><strong style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:13pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Why Cars & Bids</strong></b></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:12pt 0px;padding:0px;'><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">We’re a small, dedicated team with a big reach - and we’re just getting started. Here’s what you can expect when you join us:</span></p><ul style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px 0px 0px 32px;list-style-type:disc;'><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:12pt 0px 0pt;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">The chance to make a real impact at a fast-growing company</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Direct ownership of outcomes with uncapped commission upside</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">A team of fellow car lovers who take pride in their work and value accountability, results, and great customer experiences</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Direct influence on the quality and credibility of the Cars & Bids marketplace</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px 12pt;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">True remote flexibility, competitive compensation, equity, and room to grow</span></li></ul><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:0pt 0px;padding:0px;'><br></p><hr><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'><b><strong style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:17pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Sound Like a Good Fit?</strong></b></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:12pt 0px;padding:0px;'><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">We’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help ensure every Cars & Bids seller has a world-class experience.</span></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:12pt 0px;padding:0px;'><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Note that your application requires you to provide the following:</span></p><ul style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px 0px 0px 32px;list-style-type:disc;'><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:12pt 0px 0pt;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">A link to your favorite Cars & Bids listing</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">One suggestion for how the listing could be improved</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px 12pt;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Description of a role you have had in the past that required working with customers over the phone </span></li></ul><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'><br></p></body></div>
Apply Now