Inventory Specialist for Classic & Exotic Car Consignment Dealer in Katy, Texas at Streetside Classics

Specializing in the consignment and sales of collector vehicles, Streetside Classics is the Nations #1 classic car dealership. We currently have showrooms in Charlotte, NC, Atlanta, GA, Fort Worth, TX, Houston, TX, Nashville, TN, Phoenix, AZ, and Tampa, FL, with future growth expected. We’re searching for a strong leader to manage the Houston showroom.

Our Houston facility will hold approximately 250+ classic and collector vehicles, and our sales team is responsible for ensuring they continue to grow and expand their knowledge about each car in our inventory, as well as market trends as a whole. With classic cars, each vehicle is unique and our relationship with our consignors is also integral to our success—therefore we need people who can get to know each customer just as well as the products they’re selling. Our showrooms sell approximately 45+ units every month, and the sales manager is responsible for ensuring, maintaining and potentially increasing that performance. Performance goals are met on a team basis rather than individually; we approach the sales process much differently than a typical car dealership.

If you have a passion for classic collectable vehicles, or even just a casual interest in them but have excellent communication skills then you can excel. We can teach you the nuts and bolts of the collector car industry but you must have excellent people skills, and be coachable in order to succeed with our company.

Our Houston showroom houses more than 265 classic and collector vehicles. As vehicles are sold, maintaining a steady flow of fresh, desirable inventory is essential to the continued success of the showroom.

The Inventory Consultant works closely with the Inventory Manager throughout the vehicle acquisition and intake process. Initially, the IC will receive coaching and support with vehicle evaluation, market research, consignor conversations, pricing, and expectation management. As experience and knowledge grow, the IC is expected to become increasingly self-sufficient while continuing to work collaboratively with the Inventory Manager.

This is an important, hands-on position for someone who enjoys classic cars, works well with people, stays organized, and wants to develop the knowledge and confidence necessary to independently evaluate and bring quality inventory into the showroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as a team with the Inventory Manager to maintain a steady flow of fresh, desirable, and properly priced inventory.
• Communicate directly with prospective consignors and guide them through the consignment process.
• Research comparable vehicles and work with the Inventory Manager to establish realistic pricing and net-to-owner expectations.
• Develop the knowledge and judgment necessary to independently evaluate vehicles, discuss pricing, and manage consignor expectations.
• Gather accurate vehicle information, including options, modifications, ownership history, documentation, and known mechanical or cosmetic concerns.
• Inspect and test-drive incoming vehicles to evaluate their condition, quality, and operability.
• Identify mechanical, cosmetic, title, VIN, or disclosure concerns before a vehicle is accepted.
• Help ensure vehicle descriptions, disclosures, and marketing information are complete and accurate.
• Organize incoming appointments at appropriate intervals and keep vehicles moving efficiently through the intake process.
• Maintain consistent follow-up with prospective and existing consignors.
• Document all activity, vehicle information, notes, and next steps in the company’s CRM and inventory-management systems.
• Develop new inventory opportunities through existing leads, referrals, outbound calls, local repair shops, dealerships, collectors, car clubs, and community relationships.
• Attend local car shows and automotive events to strengthen Streetside Classics’ presence throughout the Houston collector-car community.
• When a vehicle does not meet our acceptance standards, help direct the owner toward reputable local repair or service resources when appropriate.
• Coordinate with the Inventory Manager, photographers, detail staff, and other showroom employees to ensure each vehicle is prepared for marketing accurately and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Strong general automotive knowledge is required...classic and collector-car knowledge is strongly preferred.
• Willingness and ability to learn vehicle evaluation, market research, pricing, and consignor negotiation.
• Coachable and comfortable asking for assistance while developing the judgment needed to work independently.
• Self-starter who can execute quickly, manage priorities, and move confidently from one task to the next.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable speaking with vehicle owners, asking detailed questions, and professionally managing expectations.
• Organized and able to manage multiple prospects, appointments, vehicles, and follow-up responsibilities.
• Comfortable learning and consistently using CRM and inventory-management systems.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to drive a manual-transmission vehicle is preferred.
• Must be available to work Saturdays.
• Professional appearance, positive attitude, and outgoing demeanor.
• Automotive, dealership, appraisal, service-writing, or sales experience is preferred.
• Four-year college degree is preferred but not required.

Compensation and Benefits

• $60,000 base salary.
• Performance-based commissions and bonuses.
• Estimated annual compensation of $72,000–$85,000+.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Life insurance.
• Supportive and professional work environment.
• Accessible and open-minded leadership.
• Opportunity for advancement as the company continues to grow.
• The chance to work every day with an outstanding selection of classic and collector vehicles.