Used Car Buyer - Hybrid in London)

eRecruitSmart; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive retail group in London is seeking a Used Car Buyer to join their team. This hybrid role involves sourcing and purchasing Porsche vehicles, negotiating prices, and ensuring stock meets company standards. Candidates must have experience in the used car market and a valid full driving license. The position offers a competitive salary and bonus scheme.

Benefits

Basic salary of £40,000

Quarterly Bonus Scheme - OTE of £80,000

35 days holiday per year

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Aged over 21 and held a Full Driving License for over 2 years.
• Proven experience as a Used Car Buyer or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of the used car market and pricing.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and purchasing Porsche vehicles.
• Building relationships with Centre Used Car Managers.
• Accurately appraising vehicles based on various criteria.

Skills

Experience buying vehicles for franchise dealers

Knowledge of used car market

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Full Driving License for over 2 years

Tools

Valuation platforms (CAP, Glass's)

Auction platforms

Job description

Overview

Due to our expansion, Porsche Retail Group have an excellent opportunity to join one of the world's most iconic brands as a Used Car Buyer. This role is hybrid: working from home, Porsche Centres in the London area along with travel throughout the UK to purchase vehicles. You must be resident in the UK Mainland to apply.

Role:

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.

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
• Ensure all purchases are processed correctly in accordance with PRG standards, polices and procedures.
• Adhere to all legal, and company compliance requirements

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• Aged over 21 and held a Full Driving License 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

Desirable Qualifications & Skills

• 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.

Diversity and Inclusion

Porsche Retail Group are committed to promoting a culture that champions diversity and equal opportunities. PRG believes 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.

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 Program - support and advice on issues impacting your wellbeing

Office

Porsche Retail Group Head Office is located at the home of Porsche Cars GB. Located conveniently 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.

Company

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.

Applying

Please note that eRecruitSmart is advertising therole of Used Car Buyer on behalf of Porsche Retail Group. Your CV will be sent to the Hiring Manager who is responsible for the vacancy that you have applied to. Please only apply if you consent to these terms.

You must reside in and have eligibility to work in the UK. Please note, only suitable applicants will be contacted. If your address and contact details are not on your CV, you will not be considered.