Buying Executive - Used Vehicle Purchasing Job Snapshot - Role: Buying Executive - Used Vehicle Purchasing - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Automotive - Function: Purchasing - Experience: Minimum 1 year in vehicle buying or selling - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site
Position Overview Al-Futtaim Automotive is seeking a Buying Executive to support vehicle sourcing and purchasing operations within Automall in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Buying Executive will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, negotiating, and purchasing vehicles to meet stock requirements at recommended purchase prices. The position plays an important role in maintaining a balanced vehicle inventory, achieving monthly purchasing targets, and supporting gross margin and stock turnover objectives. The successful candidate will combine practical knowledge of vehicle buying and selling with strong negotiation, customer service, and vehicle valuation skills. Working in a fast-paced automotive retail environment, the role requires accurate vehicle inspections, commercially sound purchasing decisions, and a customer-focused approach aligned with Al-Futtaim 's service standards.
Job Details - Country: United Arab Emirates - City: Dubai - Industry: Automotive - Function: Purchasing - Salary: Not disclosed - Gender: No Preference - Candidate Nationality: Not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site
Key Responsibilities
Vehicle Sourcing and Purchasing
- Identify and prospect suitable vehicles for purchase according to Automall stock requirements.
- Source vehicles that meet the organisation 's purchasing criteria and inventory needs.
- Evaluate purchasing opportunities against recommended vehicle acquisition prices.
- Negotiate vehicle purchases to achieve commercially favourable terms.
- Complete vehicle purchasing activities in line with monthly acquisition targets.
- Maintain a proactive approach to identifying potential vehicle sourcing opportunities.
- Support a consistent supply of vehicles for the business.
Vehicle Valuation and Inspection
- Conduct accurate vehicle inspections before making purchasing decisions.
- Assess vehicle condition and relevant characteristics to support appropriate valuations.
- Determine suitable purchase values based on inspection findings and advised pricing requirements.
- Ensure vehicle valuations are accurate and commercially justified.
- Identify factors that may affect the suitability or value of vehicles being considered for purchase.
- Apply consistent inspection and valuation practices to support purchasing quality.
Gross Margin and Financial Performance
- Support achievement of budgeted gross margin targets through effective vehicle purchasing.
- Negotiate favourable acquisition prices while maintaining purchasing standards.
- Evaluate vehicle buying opportunities with consideration for profitability.
- Maintain awareness of monthly purchasing and financial performance objectives.
- Make commercially informed purchasing decisions that support business targets.
- Balance acquisition costs with expected vehicle resale potential.
Vehicle Inventory and Stock Management
- Purchase vehicles that support the required inventory mix.
- Consider stock availability, vehicle suitability, and pricing when evaluating acquisitions.
- Support balanced vehicle inventory levels across the Automall business.
- Contribute to faster stock turnover through appropriate purchasing decisions.
- Consider vehicle stock age targets when selecting vehicles for acquisition.
- Coordinate purchasing activities with business stock requirements.
- Support efficient inventory management through commercially appropriate vehicle sourcing.
Wholesale Vehicle Trading
- Identify opportunities to source vehicles suitable for wholesale transactions.
- Support vehicle purchasing and selling activities through wholesale channels.
- Evaluate potential trade opportunities in line with business requirements.
- Contribute to achievement of wholesale trade sales targets.
- Coordinate relevant vehicle sourcing and trading activities with the buying team.
- Maximise suitable opportunities to support vehicle trading performance.
Customer Service and Relationship Management
- Deliver a professional and customer-focused experience throughout the vehicle buying process.
- Communicate clearly with customers regarding vehicle purchasing enquiries.
- Maintain a courteous and respectful approach during negotiations and customer interactions.
- Build customer confidence through transparent and professional communication.
- Handle purchasing discussions with attention to customer requirements and business objectives.
- Apply the Al-Futtaim Way of Behaviour when interacting with customers and colleagues.
- Support a positive customer experience while achieving commercial purchasing targets.
Teamwork and Operational Performance
- Work collaboratively with the Automall buying team to achieve purchasing objectives.
- Coordinate vehicle sourcing activities according to operational priorities.
- Maintain focus on monthly purchasing targets in a fast-paced environment.
- Communicate relevant vehicle purchasing information to appropriate colleagues.
- Support consistent buying practices and commercial decision-making.
- Demonstrate reliability and professionalism when handling assigned responsibilities.
- Contribute to the overall performance of the vehicle buying operation.
Qualifications and Experience
- Diploma or graduation qualification in a relevant field.
- Minimum 1 year of experience in buying or selling vehicles.
- Practical understanding of automotive purchasing and sales activities.
- Ability to evaluate vehicles and support accurate purchasing decisions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Experience working in a major franchise workshop would be beneficial.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural business environment.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Vehicle sourcing and purchasing skills.
- Strong negotiation and commercial awareness.
- Ability to assess vehicle condition and determine appropriate purchase values.
- Understanding of vehicle buying and selling processes.
- Awareness of gross margin targets and purchasing profitability.
- Ability to support balanced vehicle inventory and stock turnover objectives.
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Effective verbal and written English communication.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to identify suitable vehicle purchasing opportunities.
- Strong attention to detail during vehicle inspections and valuations.
- Ability to manage purchasing priorities and monthly targets.
- Professional approach to customer negotiations and business relationships.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multicultural environment.
- Commitment to Al-Futtaim 's customer service values and business standards.
About the Automall Buying Operation The Buying Executive will work within Al-Futtaim Automotive 's Automall business, supporting vehicle acquisition and inventory requirements. The buying team is responsible for sourcing vehicles that meet the organisation 's stock requirements while supporting gross margin, stock age, and monthly purchasing objectives. The role contributes directly to vehicle availability, purchasing efficiency, and the commercial performance of the business. Success requires effective vehicle evaluation, disciplined purchasing decisions, strong negotiation capabilities, and professional customer interactions.
About Al-Futtaim Automotive Al-Futtaim Automotive is a regional mobility business operating across eight countries in the Middle East, Asia, and North Africa. The organisation represents more than 25 international brands and provides mobility solutions across passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, and industrial equipment. Its operations include integrated logistics, leasing, automotive aftersales, and financial services, supporting customers throughout the mobility journey. Al-Futtaim Automotive focuses on innovation, digital transformation, and customer experience while developing solutions for the changing mobility needs of individuals, businesses, and communities. More than 9,000 employees contribute to the organisation 's operations and its commitment to continuous business improvement.
About Al-Futtaim Group Established in the 1930s, Al-Futtaim is a privately held regional business headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Group operates across more than 20 countries through its automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and healthcare divisions. With more than 40,000 employees, Al-Futtaim represents over 200 international brands, including Toyota, Lexus, IKEA, ACE, and Marks & Spencer. The Group focuses on digital innovation, artificial intelligence, sustainable growth, and strategic partnerships, with a stated purpose of enriching lives and elevating communities.