Used Car Buyer in Reading)

eRecruitSmart; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious automotive brand as a Used Car Buyer in Reading. This role offers an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in the car market and negotiation skills to optimize stock levels and drive profitability. You will be responsible for sourcing vehicles through your network and ensuring quality through appraisals. With a competitive salary and an attractive bonus scheme, this position provides a chance to work within a dynamic team at a leading company in the automotive industry. If you have a passion for cars and a keen eye for market trends, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Quarterly Bonus Scheme

Employee Car Ownership Scheme

Personal Fuel Entitlement

35 Days Holiday

Discounts on Products and Services

Life Assurance

DC Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in used car buying and strong negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to analyze car market trends and pricing.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase Porsche vehicles through trade contacts.
• Build relationships with Centre Management Teams for reliable supply.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Financial Knowledge

Car Market Trends

Communication Skills

Job description

Job Opportunity: Used Car Buyer at Porsche Retail Group

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

Role:

Reporting to the Used Car Manager, you will work within the Group Sales Operations Department to ensure PRG achieves its pre-owned targets. Your responsibilities include optimizing stock levels, making considered purchases, and sourcing stock through your network of motor trade relationships.

Responsibilities:

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

Minimum Requirements:

• Full Driving License (minimum 2 years), aged 21 and above
• Previous experience in a car buying role
• Proven negotiation and communication skills
• Strong financial knowledge
• Expertise in car market trends, makes, models, and pricing

Desirable Qualifications:

• Franchised luxury automotive retail experience
• Flexibility in working arrangements
• Maintaining supplier relationships
• Attention to detail

Benefits:

• Basic salary of £40,000 with a quarterly bonus scheme (OTE £80,000)
• Participation in VW Group Employee Car Ownership Scheme
• Personal Fuel Entitlement and leasing options
• 35 days holiday plus long service days
• Discounts on products and services
• Life Assurance and DC Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program

Location & Company:

Porsche Retail Group Head Office in Reading, located near junction 12 of the M4, with excellent amenities and on-site parking. PRG is wholly owned by Porsche Germany and operates several centres and service facilities in London and the South-East.

Application Process:

Applications are managed via eRecruitSmart. Your CV will be sent to the Hiring Manager. You must reside in and be eligible to work in the UK. Only suitable applicants will be contacted.