Purchaser (Car Buyer)

Bayut; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online classified platform in Dubai seeks a Purchaser to manage vehicle pricing and ensure inventory targets are achieved. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills and a solid background in the automotive market, including a valid UAE driver's license. This role offers an attractive salary and comprehensive benefits in a multicultural environment.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary

Comprehensive health insurance

Annual air ticket allowance

Employee discounts

Learning & development opportunities

Qualifications

• Valid UAE driver’s license required.
• Minimum of 2 years automotive experience.
• Proven track record in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Price vehicles for representation on the dubizzle pro platform.
• Negotiate effectively with customers.
• Purchase cars for retail within given criteria.
• Achieve monthly targets and margins.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Automotive knowledge

Salesforce proficiency

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Bayut & dubizzle have the unique distinction of being iconic, homegrown brands with a strong presence across the seven emirates in the UAE. Connecting millions of users across the country, we are committed to delivering the best online search experience.

As part of Dubizzle Group, we are alongside some of the strongest classified brands in the market. With a collective strength of 5 brands, we have more than 123 million monthly users that trust in our dedication to providing them with the best platform for their needs.

We are looking to hire a Purchaser who is responsible for pricing vehicles for representation in order to advertise on the dubizzle pro platform. As the UAE’s largest used car classified website, the position will be responsible for generating new listings, thus increasing inventory and ensuring that all sales targets are met.

In this role, you will :

1. Demonstrate a clear ability to price a multitude of vehicles within the dubizzle pro boundaries
2. Negotiate with customers to price cars effectively, ensuring an efficient sale with maximum margin
3. Purchase cars for retail within the given criteria
4. Price cars for managed service and ensure cars are priced competitively
5. Achieve a healthy margin on retail (10%)
6. Maintain healthy stock with an average days in stock of 30 days
7. Achieve monthly targets and margins (Retail, Managed, Auction)
8. Make outbound call consultations to generate new branch sign-ups
9. Adjust vehicle prices to reflect mileage, colour, warranty/service, engines, specifications, and condition
10. Efficiently enter customer and car data using Salesforce CRM to maintain current and future databases
11. Build and maintain customer relationships to generate future business
12. Oversee the representation process from meet and greet to handover to enhance customer experience

Requirements

• Valid UAE driver’s license
• Minimum of 2 years automotive experience
• Previous experience using CRM software/apps (preferred Salesforce)
• Proven track record in a similar role
• In-depth knowledge of the used car market
• Expertise in a wide range of makes, models, and specifications, specifically for GCC vehicles
• Strong negotiation and leadership skills
• High-level interpersonal skills for professional communication in person, email, and phone
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Professional appearance and attitude
• Team player

Benefits

• A fast-paced, high-performing team
• Multicultural environment with over 60 nationalities
• Competitive tax-free salary
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Annual air ticket allowance
• Employee discounts at multiple vendors across the emirates
• Rewards & recognition programs
• Learning & development opportunities

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