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About this Wheel Core Buyer role at LKQ Corporation

LKQ Corporation · Onsite · 1769 Ontario, CA - California Core

Join the LKQ Family! We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team at LKQ Corporation. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, LKQ is the place to be. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career!

Pay: $27-$30/hour depending on experience

Responsible for the procurement of repairable/resalable goods (cars, wheels, lights, core products).

Essential Job Duties

  • Maintain purchase manifest and supplier accounts.
  • Determines and plans daily route and vendor visits.
  • Delivers payment to vendor.
  • Identify potential new customers and establish relationships.
  • Awareness of company inventory and supply needs.
  • Maintain a network of customers to sustain continuity and consistency in quality and volume buys.
  • Maintain direct line of communications with leadership and peers regarding competitive situation, market conditions and scheduling.
  • May work with leadership to negotiate pricing and purchase terms.
  • May be responsible for processing orders, managing relationships.
  • May inspect product for proof of ownership and attach title or CD to agreement. May load goods onto truck or coordinate goods for shipment/transport, verify manifest, and validate accuracy paperwork.
  • May organize delivery or delivery of product and unloading of goods.
  • Assume other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

  • Not responsible for supervising employees.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience

  • High School Diploma/GED.
  • 1+ years of related experience required.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and pass an MVR and Drug Test.
  • If driving 10,001+ GVWR, must have medical certification.
  • Must qualify for corporate insurance programs, including vehicle insurance.
  • Possess comprehensive knowledge of replacement parts for the aftermarket collision repair industry.

Preferred Requirements  

  • Prior experience determining the resolvability of products purchased.
  • Forklift experience.
  • College coursework.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages and to draw and interpret graphs.
  • Frequent use of Outlook, Word, Excel, graphics, etc. Ability to create, maintain and incorporate functions into Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, databases, and Powerpoint presentations to support business objectives.
  • Regularly uses moderately complex oral and written skills. May train others in functional areas, interact with others and make presentations to department or middle management.
  • Problems encountered are routine, somewhat repetitive and generally solved by following clear directions and procedures.
  • Decisions generally affect own job or assigned functional area.
  • Results are defined; sets personal own goals and determines how to achieve results with few or no guidelines to follow; supervisor/manager provides broad guidance and overall direction.
  • Handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously with moderate complexity.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment  

  • Work is primarily sedentary: must be able to sit for extended periods of time and use a computer, keyboard, and mouse, frequently.
  • Travel may be required periodically, including overnight stays (contingent on position requirements).
  • Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.

Benefits:

  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Fertility Coverage
  • 401k with Generous Company Match
  • Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts

Join us for an exciting career journey with positive, driven individuals.

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How this Buyer salary compares

This role pays $59,280/yrbelow the typical range for Buyer roles.

$52,500 median $81,150 $119,963

Typical range $65,000–$102,500/yr, from 406 comparable Buyer listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Buyer salary insights →

About LKQ Corporation

Shape the Future with LKQ Embark on a journey where your work makes a tangible impact on the industry and beyond. LKQ offers a challenging yet rewarding career path filled with opportunities to grow, innovate, and contribute to a sustainable future. At LKQ, you're not just joining a team; you're stepping into a role where you can truly thrive. Start your career with us and discover where your journey can take you.

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