Used Car Buyer: Profit‑Driven Luxury Stock Growth

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

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.