Group Used Car Buyer

LSH Auto UK Limited; Stockport; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mercedes Benz training and leadership programmes

Refer a friend scheme - up to £1000

Funded ongoing training and development

Platinum Plus Rewards Scheme

Colleague Car Purchase Scheme

Eye care vouchers

Life Assurance (4 x annual salary)

31 days holiday, rising to 38 days

Wellbeing Support

Company Pension

On site gym

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Stockport is seeking a Group Used Car Buyer. You will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing high-quality used vehicles. The role requires strong negotiation skills and in-depth knowledge of the used car market. Candidates should have proven experience in a similar role and excellent communication abilities. This position offers a competitive salary, bonus, and benefits including training programs and a pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a used car buyer or in a related position within the automotive sector.
• Ability to negotiate and assess vehicle value accurately.
• In-depth knowledge of market trends and pricing in the used car sector.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with suppliers.
• A data-driven approach to making purchasing decisions.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase used vehicles from various channels, including auctions and dealers.
• Evaluate vehicles for condition, pricing, and marketability.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Working closely with sales teams to understand inventory needs and preferences.
• Reporting on market trends and sales performance related to used car purchases.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Assessing vehicle value

Knowledge of the used car market

Communication skills

Data-driven decision making

Organisational skills

Job description

Group Used Car Buyer

LSH Auto is excited to announce an opening for a Group Used Car Buyer to join our team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing high-quality used vehicles that align with our customer needs and market demand. Your expertise will help us expand our inventory while ensuring profitability and exceptional quality. As a Group Used Car Buyer, you will analyse market trends, negotiate with suppliers, and develop strong relationships with various sources to ensure the best purchasing options are available. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence the overall direction of our used car offerings.

Hours

40 hours per week

Salary

Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a used car buyer or in a related position within the automotive sector
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to assess vehicle value accurately
• In-depth knowledge of the used car market, including trends and pricing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with suppliers
• A data-driven approach to making purchasing decisions
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• A valid UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and purchasing used vehicles from various channels, including auctions, dealers, and private sellers
• Evaluating vehicles for condition, pricing, and marketability
• Building and maintaining relationships with suppliers and vendors
• Working closely with sales teams to understand inventory needs and preferences
• Reporting on market trends and sales performance related to used car purchases

Benefits

• A range of Mercedes Benz training and leadership programmes
• Refer a friend scheme - up to £1000
• Funded ongoing training and development
• Platinum Plus Rewards Scheme
• Colleague Car Purchase Scheme
• Eye care Vouchers
• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary)
• 31 days holiday (including bank holidays), rising to 38 days with length of service
• Wellbeing Support
• Company Pension
• On site gym

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