Used-Car Buyer

Porsche; Theale; On-site; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in Theale seeks a Used Car Buyer to optimize pre-owned stock by sourcing and purchasing vehicles through trade contacts and private sellers. This role requires strong market knowledge and negotiation skills to ensure compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in the franchised automotive sector and a proven track record in vehicle appraisal. A competitive salary with a quarterly bonus scheme awaits the successful applicant.

Benefits

Quarterly Bonus Scheme – OTE of £80,000 per annum

35 days holiday per year

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Used Car Buyer in franchised automotive.
• Ability to accurately appraise vehicles based on mileage, condition and desirability.
• Track record of exceeding acquisition targets and delivering strong profit margins.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and purchasing Porsche vehicles via trade contacts and private sellers.
• Building relationships with Centre(s) Used Car Manager for vehicle purchase leads.
• Ensuring all vehicle purchases meet PRG standards for retail suitability.

Skills

Experience as a Used Car Buyer

Knowledge of the used car market

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Formal training in vehicle appraisal, automotive sales or purchasing

Tools

Valuation platforms (e.g., CAP, Glass's, Autotrader Retail Check)

Auction platforms

Stock management tools

Job description

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and purchasing an agreed volume of Porsche vehicles via trade contacts and private sellers
• Building relationships with Centre(s) Used Car Manager to secure a reliable supply of used vehicle purchase leads
• Accurately appraising vehicles, considering mileage, condition, specification, and market desirability
• Using valuation tools, market data, and experience to determine fair purchase prices to maximise profitability
• Ensuring all vehicles purchase meet PRG standards for retail suitability
• Liaising with the Centre(s) Used Car Manager to understand demand trends and stock requirements
• Maintaining the correct mix of vehicles for the designated PRG Porsche Centre(s) to suit market demand and sales objectives
• Tracking competitor activity, pricing, and market shifts
• Providing regular feedback to Centre management on market conditions
• Identifying opportunities for profitable acquisitions and new stock channels
• Ensuring all purchases are processed correctly in accordance with PRG standards, policies and procedures
• Adhering to all legal and company compliance requirements

As a Used Car Buyer, reporting to the Group Used Car Manager, you will work within the Group Sales Operations Department, to ensure PRG achieves its pre‑owned targets. You will optimise PRG's pre‑owned stock holding by making considered purchases for your designated Porsche Centre(s), to maximise the stock levels, stock turn, model mix and price profile and guard against averaging units.

To be considered for the role of Used Car Buyer it is essential that you have recent experience buying vehicles for franchise dealers.

Headquartered in Reading alongside Porsche Cars GB Ltd, Porsche Retail Group (PRG) are owned wholly by Porsche Germany. We operate several Porsche Centres, Service Centres and a Trade Parts Distribution Centre in and around London and the South‑East. Our journey embodies the Porsche DNA, a love of sports cars and a passion for excellence and challenging the status quo. Our centres feature state‑of‑the‑art facilities and highly trained staff to ensure that the purchasing, servicing, and ownership experience of Porsche customers are of the highest quality.

Porsche Retail Group are committed to promoting a culture that champions diversity and equal opportunities. PRG believe diverse teams are catalysts of innovation and create multiple new ideas. One of our priorities is to celebrate diversity in all its dimensions while shaping an aspirational and inclusive company culture.

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• Aged over 21 and held a Full Driving Licence for over 2 years (for insurance purposes)
• Proven experience as a Used Car Buyer, Vehicle Purchaser, or in a similar role in franchised automotive
• Strong knowledge of the used car market, pricing and industry trends
• Ability to accurately appraise vehicles based on mileage, condition and desirability
• Confident negotiator with excellent communication and influencing skills
• Commercial awareness with focus on profitability, margins and stock turn; previous experience in a luxury franchise retail group
• Formal training in vehicle appraisal, automotive sales or purchasing (e.g. IMI, NVQ, manufacturer‑led courses)
• Advanced use of valuation platforms (CAP, Glass's, Autotrader Retail Check)
• Experience using auction platforms and stock management tools
• Track record of exceeding acquisition targets and delivering strong profit margins

Benefits

• A basic salary of £40,000
• Quarterly Bonus Scheme – OTE of £80,000 per annum
• Ability to participate in the VW Group Employee Car Ownership Scheme
• Personal Fuel Entitlement
• Option of a further VW Group Vehicle at preferential leasing rates
• 35 days holiday per year, with extra days for long service
• Preferential rates on several products and services, including high‑street brands, restaurants, gyms and Porsche products
• Life Assurance
• DC Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme – support and advice on issues impacting your wellbeing

Location & Lifestyle

Office: Porsche Retail Group Head Office is located at the home of Porsche Cars GB, just off Junction 12 of the M4, adjacent to a retail park, gym, petrol station and well‑known furniture brands. Enjoy a heavily subsidised restaurant serving delicious breakfast and lunch options, along with a fantastic barista bar to fuel your day. Plus, we offer free on‑site parking for all staff members.