Kelley Hoffman

Automotive acquisition professional with more than 20 years of hands-on experience sourcing, evaluating, and purchasing pre-owned vehicles through dealer auctions, wholesale channels, and private sellers. As owner of an independent dealership, personally acquired approximately 300 vehicles a year, maintaining an active inventory of 25-30 units by evaluating vehicle history, condition, and market data to protect profitability. Started my automotive career as a wholesale buyer, negotiating acquisitions directly at auction.

Skilled at reading pricing guides and market trends, negotiating with auction houses and wholesalers, and coordinating transportation, inspection, and reconditioning from purchase through retail-ready condition. Comfortable with digital buying and appraisal platforms and holds a clean Georgia driving record.

Owner | Automotive Inspection & Sourcing Consultant - Car Lady Solutions, LLC - McDonough, Georgia

(2023-01)

Founded an independent automotive consulting business providing vehicle inspection, sourcing, and buyer-advisory services to individual clients.

• Conduct comprehensive pre-purchase vehicle inspections, evaluating condition, history, and market value to guide client buying decisions.
• Advise clients on vehicle sourcing and acquisition strategy, drawing on two decades of auction and wholesale buying experience.

Owner / Finance & Operations Manager - KAM's Auto Sales / NBH Enterprises - Jackson, Georgia

(2004-11 - 2023-09)

Sourced and acquired pre-owned inventory averaging 25-30 vehicles at a time through dealer auctions, wholesale channels, and private sellers, evaluating vehicle history, condition, and market data to protect margins.

• Personally purchased and processed approximately 300 vehicles annually, from acquisition through reconditioning and retail delivery, using pricing guides and auction data to determine fair acquisition value.
• Negotiated purchase prices directly with auction houses, wholesalers, and private sellers to secure competitive, profitable inventory ahead of retail demand.
• Monitored market trends and competitor inventory to inform buying decisions and maintain the right inventory mix for a fast-moving retail lot.
• Coordinated transportation, inspections, and reconditioning workflows for every acquired vehicle, ensuring retail-ready quality and accurate documentation.
• Reviewed vehicle titles and finance documentation on every unit, maintaining a perfect 19-year compliance record with the Georgia Used Motor Vehicle Dealer Board — zero fines or penalties.
• Built long-term relationships with auction representatives, wholesalers, and lenders that consistently gave first access to desirable inventory.

Finance Manager / Wholesale Buyer - Day & Knight Auto Brokers - Georgia

(1996-05 - 2001-03)

Purchased and evaluated vehicles through dealer auctions and wholesale channels, reviewing vehicle histories, title documentation, and condition reports before every acquisition.

• Negotiated vehicle acquisitions directly with sellers and auction representatives while maintaining strict profitability objectives.
• Coordinated transportation, reconditioning, and inventory preparation to move acquired vehicles to retail-ready condition.