Steven Ocon
Anaheim,CA
Summary
Professional buyer with a strong track record of over 12,000 total lifetime buys at Carmax as a Senior Buyer. Through demonstrating strong leadership and attention to detail, I've significantly enhanced team performance and productivity. My expertise in team development and making data-driven decisions underscores my ability to contribute to company goals. I excel in leveraging industry trends to drive purchasing decisions and vehicle sales.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Buyer
Carmax
07.2021 - Current
- Lead and manage a team that includes Buyer's Assistants, Vehicle Conditions Assessors and Buyers.
- Making financially sound purchasing decisions for the company through customer appraisals, offsite auctions and online venues.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing ideas for more effective processes to drive team and store performance through effective action plans and executions that focus on company goals.
- Leveraged data-driven insights to make informed purchasing decisions that positively impacted Carmax.
- Oversaw and streamlined daily operations of purchasing department to maximize productivity and revenue.
Buyer
Carmax
01.2017 - 02.2021
- Ability to independently evaluate and negotiate current market prices, understand and assess vehicle damage and subsequent costs involved, and make financially sound purchasing and pricing decisions for the company through customer assessments and offers, offsite auctions, or
online venues. - Conduct vehicle appraisal offers, coordinate on-site Wholesale Auctions, and attend offsite auctions as assigned.
- Conduct accurate vehicle condition assessments by collecting, recording, and communicating all required information.
- Deliver exceptional customer service and work with other departments to create Iconic Customer experiences.
Inventory Lead
Carmax
07.2015 - 12.2016
- Manage a team of associates to coordinate the shipping and receiving of carmax inventory vehicles.
- Quality control of retail vehicles, making sure they are up to company standards.
- Enhanced team performance by providing regular training and performance evaluations.
Automotive Detailer
Carmax
01.2015 - 07.2015
- Washed, waxed, and buffed vehicle bodies for professional shine.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure consistent quality and timely completion of tasks.
- Exceeded performance expectations while working efficiently under pressure during peak business hours or tight deadlines.
Inventory Associate
Carmax
09.2012 - 12.2014
- Receive and ship carmax vehicles.
- Cleaning, vacuuming and reconditioning cars to the standards our customers deserve
Education
High School Diploma -
Animo Leadership Charter High School
Inglewood, CA06-2011
Skills
- Team management
- Industry trends
- Attention to detail
- Strong leadership
- Team development
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Senior Buyer
Carmax
07.2021 - Current
Buyer
Carmax
01.2017 - 02.2021
Inventory Lead
Carmax
07.2015 - 12.2016
Automotive Detailer
Carmax
01.2015 - 07.2015
Inventory Associate
Carmax
09.2012 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Animo Leadership Charter High School
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