Used Car Buyer - Vehicle Sourcing and Valuation

AlFuttaim; Abu Dhabi; Sur place; AED 72 000 - 108 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Al‑Futtaim Automotive is seeking a motivated automotive professional to join its Electric Mobility team in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The role focuses on identifying, inspecting, valuing and purchasing used vehicles at commercially appropriate prices, contributing to monthly acquisition targets and stock turnover.

The candidate should have experience in vehicle buying, automotive sales or workshop operations, with strong assessment skills and a target-driven approach, reporting to the Head of Used Cars.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant professional experience.
• Experience in vehicle buying, automotive sales or workshop operations within a major automotive franchise.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and strong English skills.

Responsabilités

• Sourcing and purchasing used vehicles; identify suitable acquisitions.
• Inspect vehicles and assess condition to determine purchase values.
• Maintain stock balance and support gross margin targets.
• Identify wholesale opportunities and manage related transactions.
• Maintain professional communication with internal and external parties.

Connaissances

Vehicle assessment

Valuation

Purchasing

Microsoft Office

English communication

Target-driven

Formation

Diploma or bachelor's degree

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Used Car Buyer - Vehicle Sourcing and Valuation Job Snapshot - Role: Used Car Buyer - Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Automotive - Function: Purchasing - Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On‑site

Position Overview

Al‑Futtaim Automotive is seeking a motivated automotive professional to join its Electric Mobility team, supporting BYD 's used vehicle purchasing and sourcing operations in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The role focuses on identifying, inspecting, valuing and purchasing used vehicles at commercially appropriate prices. You will contribute to monthly vehicle acquisition targets, maintain a balanced stock mix and support the business in achieving its gross margin and stock turnover objectives. Reporting to the Head of Used Cars, you will also identify wholesale buying and selling opportunities, accurately document vehicle condition assessments and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers. The successful candidate will have experience in vehicle buying, automotive sales or workshop operations, supported by strong vehicle assessment skills, commercial awareness and a target-driven approach.

Job Details

Job Details - Country: United Arab Emirates - City: Abu Dhabi - 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

• Prospect and identify suitable used vehicles for acquisition.
• Source vehicles through relevant purchasing opportunities.
• Inspect prospective vehicles before making purchasing decisions.
• Assess vehicle condition and determine appropriate purchase values.
• Purchase vehicles at recommended prices in accordance with business requirements.
• Contribute to monthly vehicle purchasing targets.
• Support the availability of suitable vehicle stock for the business.

Vehicle Inspection and Valuation

• Conduct vehicle condition assessments to support purchasing decisions.
• Accurately record inspection findings on the required assessment forms.
• Evaluate vehicle condition when determining appropriate values.
• Apply automotive product knowledge and commercial judgement during vehicle assessments.
• Identify relevant vehicle condition factors that may influence purchasing decisions.
• Maintain accurate inspection documentation to support the acquisition process.

Stock Management and Commercial Performance

• Support a balanced vehicle stock mix aligned with business requirements.
• Maintain appropriate vehicle pricing to support stock turnover.
• Contribute to achieving established stock‑age targets.
• Monitor purchasing activities against monthly acquisition objectives.
• Support the achievement of budgeted gross margin targets.
• Apply commercial awareness when assessing vehicle purchase opportunities.
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing performance and inventory efficiency.

Wholesale Vehicle Transactions

• Identify wholesale opportunities involving the purchase and sale of vehicles.
• Evaluate potential transactions based on vehicle condition and commercial value.
• Support wholesale activities that contribute to purchasing and sales objectives.
• Maintain professional communication with relevant internal and external parties.
• Apply sound judgement when reviewing vehicle purchasing and selling opportunities.

Customer and Stakeholder Relationships

• Provide internal and external customers with a consistently positive experience.
• Communicate clearly and professionally throughout vehicle purchasing activities.
• Build trust through accurate assessments and transparent interactions.
• Work effectively with colleagues across the Electric Mobility team.
• Maintain a customer‑focused approach in a multicultural working environment.
• Support effective coordination across showroom operations.

Performance Monitoring and Improvement

• Review individual performance against agreed purchasing targets.
• Monitor progress toward vehicle acquisition and commercial objectives.
• Identify opportunities to improve sourcing and valuation effectiveness.
• Maintain a proactive approach to achieving business targets.
• Adapt to the demands of a high‑activity automotive environment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in vehicle purchasing operations.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or bachelor 's degree.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant professional experience.
• Experience in vehicle buying, automotive sales or workshop‑floor operations within a major automotive franchise.
• Sound knowledge of vehicle assessment and valuation.
• Ability to inspect vehicles and determine appropriate purchase values.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work effectively in a target‑driven environment.

Required Skills and Competencies

Automotive Knowledge

• Practical understanding of vehicle condition assessment.
• Ability to evaluate used vehicles for purchasing purposes.
• Knowledge gained through vehicle buying, selling or automotive workshop experience.
• Sound judgement when determining vehicle values.
• Ability to document inspection findings accurately.

Purchasing and Commercial Skills

• Strong commercial awareness and target orientation.
• Ability to identify suitable vehicle sourcing opportunities.
• Understanding of the relationship between purchasing prices, stock turnover and gross margin.
• Ability to support vehicle acquisition and wholesale transaction objectives.
• Focus on achieving monthly purchasing targets.

Communication and Customer Service

• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Professional approach to internal and external customer interactions.
• Ability to build positive working relationships.
• Customer‑focused attitude and emotional maturity.
• Effective collaboration within a multicultural team.

Organization and Performance

• Self‑motivated and results‑oriented approach.
• Ability to manage activities in a high‑volume working environment.
• Strong attention to detail during vehicle inspections and documentation.
• Good organizational and time‑management skills.
• Willingness to review performance and improve results.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office for relevant administrative activities.

About the Electric Mobility Team

The successful candidate will join Al‑Futtaim Automotive 's Electric Mobility team and report to the Head of Used Cars. The team plays an important role in sourcing vehicles for the business and supporting purchasing activities across showroom operations. The working environment emphasizes customer satisfaction, commercial performance, vehicle acquisition targets and effective stock management.

About BYD and Al‑Futtaim Automotive

BYD is a global automotive and technology company focused on electric mobility, battery innovation and sustainable transportation solutions. Guided by its mission, "Technological Innovations for a Better Life, " BYD develops technologies supporting the transition toward zero‑emission mobility. Al‑Futtaim Automotive represents BYD in the UAE as part of its broader mobility operations. Operating across eight countries in the Middle East, Asia and North Africa, Al‑Futtaim Automotive manages a portfolio of more than 25 international brands. Its capabilities include passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, industrial equipment, logistics, leasing, aftersales and financial services. With more than 9,000 colleagues, Al‑Futtaim Automotive focuses on digital transformation, innovation and customer experience while developing mobility solutions for individuals, businesses and communities.

About Al‑Futtaim Group

Established in the 1930s, Al‑Futtaim Group is a privately held regional business