Automotive Buyer **Specialized Recruiting Group** 1 Positions ID: 87185 Posted On 02/06/2026 **Job Overview** Specialized Recruiting Group is partnering with a well-established organization to find an **Automotive Buyer** . This role is ideal for a strategic buyer with strong analytical skills and an automotive background who enjoys owning a product category from strategy through execution. This position oversees purchasing, assortment planning, pricing strategy, and supplier relationships for an automotive-focused category. While prior automotive buying experience is helpful, candidates with buying experience in other industries and a solid automotive background are encouraged to apply. **Key Responsibilities** + Develop and execute category strategies including pricing, promotions, assortment, and space planning + Analyze market trends, customer demand, and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities + Manage product lifecycle including new product introductions, discontinuations, and positioning + Lead supplier relationships, including negotiations on cost, freight, lead times, and promotional programs + Identify and onboard new vendors to strengthen assortment and competitiveness + Collaborate cross-functionally with merchandising, marketing, operations, and distribution teams + Utilize data and reporting tools to track performance, forecast demand, and guide decisions + Partner with store teams to identify opportunities and improve category performance **Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree preferred + 3+ years of buying, merchandising, or category management experience + Automotive background required (industry experience, product knowledge, or related exposure) + Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills + Proficiency with data analysis tools and business software + Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams **Why This Role** + Competitive salary based on experience ($85K–$100K) + Opportunity to own and shape a high-impact product category + Stable organization with a collaborative, values-driven culture + Full benefits package including health insurance, PTO, holidays, and retirement options Primary Contact 1707166244319 Molly Wand Executive Recruiter, (563)583-1600 Phone Phone Phone Fax Molly.Wand@Expresspros.com Email True True False **Job Details** Categories Clerical/Office Administration Location Dubuque, IA Shift First Shift Job Type Employee Full/Part Full Time Pay/Salary $85K–$100K Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Vacation PTO (Paid Time Off) Paid Holidays **Qualifications** Education High School/GED Experience 2-5 Years Company ID 36232 Job REQ # \# Positions 1 Start Date 20260206 End Date 20260424 Featured Job 0 TH Ad 0 TH Comments **Similar Jobs** General Laborer Express Employment Professionals Commercial Construction Superintendent Sedona Staffing Services Nephrologist Medical Associates Pelvic Physical Therapist Nurtiva Pelvic Therapy Shipping and Receiving Express Employment Professionals Full-Time Faculty in Aviation University of Dubuque OB/GYN Physician Medical Associates Clinic Office Manager Nurtiva Pelvic Therapy Vendor Clerk Sedona Staffing Services Sr Software Engineer, Data & Analytics McGraw Hill Obstetrics-Gynecologist Physician Grant Regional Health Center CDL Driver Express Employment Professionals Acute Care (Urgent Care) Physician Medical Associates Ophthalmologist Medical Associates Ophthalmologist Southwest Health Anesthesiologist – $100k Sign-On! Physician-Owne Medical Associates Dietary Assistant Dubuque PT Float MercyOne Orthopaedics – Hand Surgeon Medical Associates Sales Representative - Central & South Texas Flexsteel Industries, Inc Housekeeper/EVS Dubuque PT Nights MercyOne **Share this Job** Specialized Recruiting Group **About the Company** Specialized Recruiting Group is an Express Employment Professionals company with a focus on Professional and Executive Search. We recruit and maintain a pipeline of highly skilled professionals in a variety of areas for interim/project assignments, contract-to-hire assignments, and permanent (direct hire) placement. Our team is uniquely equipped to help companies find the talent their business needs, and help talented professionals take the next step in their careers. Specialized Recruiting Group is proud to serve the communities of Dubuque, Waterloo, and Southwest WI with a full offering of recruiting, training, and human resource services. Since we opened our doors, we have focused on not only helping companies find top talent, but also helping them develop and retain talent.