Used Car Buyer

Porsche Retail Group Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury automotive retailer in Reading is seeking a Used Car Buyer to source and purchase Porsche vehicles. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, experience in a luxury car buying role, and financial knowledge. This position offers a basic salary of £40,000, OTE of £80,000 with a quarterly bonus scheme, and extensive benefits including holidays and employee perks.

Benefits

Basic salary of £40,000

Quarterly Bonus Scheme

Participation in VW Group Employee Car Ownership Scheme

35 days holiday per year

Discounts on various products and services

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Full Driving License required.
• Experience in a car buying role, preferably in a luxury automotive retail setting.
• Proven negotiation and communication skills necessary.
• Expertise in car market trends, makes, models, and pricing expected.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and purchasing Porsche vehicles via trade contacts and private sellers.
• Ensuring purchases meet standards through the appraisal process.
• Building relationships with Centre Management Teams.
• Staying informed about current market conditions.

Skills

Used-Car Buyer experience background

Excellent Negotiation skills

Strong financial and accounting knowledge

Job description

Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen to join one of the world’s most iconic brands as a Used Car Buyer based at Porsche Retail Group in Reading.

Requirements

• Used-Car Buyer experience background
• Full Drivers Licence
• Over 21 for insurance purposes
• Excellent Negotiation skills

About the Role

Headquartered in Reading alongside Porsche Cars GB Ltd, Porsche Retail Group (PRG) operates several Porsche Centres, Service Centres, and a Trade Parts Distribution Centre in and around London and the South-East. We embody the Porsche DNA, a love of sports cars, and a passion for excellence. Our centres feature state-of-the-art facilities and highly trained staff to ensure the highest quality experience for Porsche customers.

As a Used Car Buyer, reporting to the Used Car Manager within the Group Sales Operations Department, you will work to achieve pre-owned targets by making considered purchases that optimize stock levels, model mix, and pricing, using data reporting and your network of trade contacts.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and purchasing Porsche vehicles via trade contacts and private sellers
• Ensuring purchases meet standards through the appraisal process to drive profitability
• Repatriating vehicles to appropriate Porsche Centres within the group
• Building relationships with Centre Management Teams to secure reliable supply and understand customer demand
• Staying informed about current market conditions, including pricing and demand

Minimum Requirements

• Full Driving License
• Experience in a car buying role, preferably in a luxury automotive retail setting
• Proven negotiation and communication skills
• Strong financial and accounting knowledge
• Expertise in car market trends, makes, models, and pricing

Benefits

• Basic salary of £40,000
• Quarterly Bonus Scheme with OTE of £80,000 per annum
• Participation in VW Group Employee Car Ownership Scheme
• Personal Fuel Entitlement
• Preferential leasing rates on VW Group Vehicles
• 35 days holiday per year, plus long service extra days
• Discounts on various products and services
• Life Assurance
• DC Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program

Application Process

Please note that this role is advertised by eRecruitSmart on behalf of Porsche Retail Group. Your CV will be sent to the Hiring Manager responsible for this vacancy. Ensure your address and contact details are included on your CV, and you must reside in and be eligible to work in the UK. Only suitable applicants will be contacted.