Auction Manager

Cars & Bids

. Own a portfolio of sellers end-to-end, from initial submission through a completed, sold auction .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in managing seller portfolios through effective communication, negotiation, and organization, ensuring successful auction outcomes. Possesses a strong understanding of vehicle transactions and a passion for enthusiast cars, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Proven Sales ExperienceKnowledge of Vehicle TransactionsClear Communication SkillsEmotional IntelligenceDetail-Oriented

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

NegotiationMarket Pricing AdjustmentAuction ManagementListing AccuracyDocumentation Knowledge

Soft Skills

Emotional IntelligenceOrganizational SkillsFollow-ThroughPersuasive CommunicationAccountability

Industry Keywords

Consumer ProductsMarketplacesAuctionsEnthusiast CarsCustomer-Facing Role

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own a portfolio of sellers end-to-end, from initial submission through a completed, sold auction
Proactively call, text, and email sellers to maintain momentum, remove friction, and prevent drop-off
Help sellers gather required materials and get their cars live on the site
Set expectations and negotiate reserves, including adjusting pricing based on market feedback
Ensure listings are accurate, complete, and professionally presented with the Editorial Team
Maintain urgency and accountability to maximize sell-through
Deliver fast, professional, high-touch support
Guide sellers toward a successful auction result

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven sales experience with consumer products, marketplaces, or auctions
Strong emotional intelligence and confidence
Passion for enthusiast cars and understanding of how car buyers and sellers think
Knowledge of vehicle transactions, documentation, and ownership processes
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Strong follow-through
Clear, persuasive written and verbal communication skills
Ability to thrive in fast-paced, performance-driven environments
Application requires a link to a favorite Cars & Bids listing
Application requires one suggestion for how the listing could be improved
Application requires description of a past customer-facing role involving phone work

Benefits

Comp & perks

Commission with uncapped upside
Equity
True remote flexibility
Competitive compensation
Room to grow
Opportunity to make a real impact at a fast-growing company
Direct ownership of outcomes
Team of fellow car lovers
Direct influence on the quality and credibility of the Cars & Bids marketplace