Used Car Controller

Vines Group; Guildford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Awesome Team

Great Perks

Training Provided

24 Days Holiday

Birthday Off

Staff Purchase Scheme

Health Plan

Enhanced Parental Benefits

Flexible Holidays

Growth Opportunities

Extra Perks

Job summary

Vines of Guildford is seeking a confident Used Car Controller to join our MINI Sales team in Guildford. You will manage stock, coordinate car preparation, and keep forecourt presentation at its best while working closely with workshop and sales colleagues.

No previous automotive experience is essential if you bring energy, organisation, and a willingness to learn. The role offers a permanent, full-time position with structured training and opportunities to grow within the Vines group.

Qualifications

• We’re looking for someone with personality, initiative and a can-do attitude.
• You’ll be organised, able to juggle priorities and take ownership of your area.

Responsibilities

• Getting Cars Sales-Ready: coordinate progress of new and used vehicles, track preparation, work with Workshop for pricing and updates.
• Creating Standout Listings: photograph vehicles and manage Auto Trader adverts to present stock online.
• Keeping the Forecourt in Check: ensure forecourt is tidy and presents vehicles well for first impressions.
• Managing Vehicle Arrivals: check in deliveries and ensure all processes are followed.
• Showroom Star: keep the showroom looking its best and ready for customers.
• Keeping Everyone Connected: liaise with Sales and Workshop to share updates.
• Making Things Happen: take the initiative to improve processes and own your area.

Skills

Organisation

Self-starter

Communication

Digital literacy

Creativity

Team player

Positive attitude

Customer service

Job description

Used Car Controller

Application Deadline: 16 November 2026

Department: MINI Sales

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Guildford, Surrey

Reporting To: Gemma Dean - MINI Brand Manager

Compensation: £30,300 - £35,000 / month

Description

Love cars, enjoy keeping things organised and want to kick-start your career in the automotive industry but want to keep your weekends? This could be the role for you!

Salary: £30,300 per year, with the opportunity to earn £35,000

Location: Vines of Guildford

Hours: 42.5 hrs – Monday–Friday: 0830–1800 with a one-hour unpaid lunch break.

We’re looking for a confident, energetic, and proactive individual to become the driving force behind our vehicle stock and showroom presentation. From getting cars ready to advertise online to keeping our forecourt looking fantastic, you’ll play a key role in making sure everything runs like clockwork.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who loves variety, enjoys taking ownership and wants to make their mark. You don’t necessarily need previous automotive experience – if you’ve got the right attitude, great organisational skills and a willingness to learn, we want to hear from you!

We anticipate interviews will take place on 18th and 19th November so keep an eye out for correspondence.

What You Will Be Doing:

No two days will be the same! You’ll take ownership of a varied role that keeps our vehicles moving and our Sales team supported.

• Getting Cars Sales-Ready: Coordinating the progress of new and used vehicles, keeping track of preparation, and working closely with the Workshop team to obtain pricing and updates.
• Creating Standout Listings: Photographing vehicles and managing our Auto Trader adverts, ensuring our predominantly used car stock is presented accurately and looks its best online.
• Keeping the Forecourt in Check: Taking pride in how our vehicles are displayed, keeping the forecourt organised and ensuring every car makes the right first impression.
• Managing Vehicle Arrivals: Checking in vehicles deliveries, making sure everything is accounted for and the necessary processes are followed.
• Showroom Star: Helping keep our new car showroom looking its best, ensuring vehicles are presented to a high standard, and the space is always ready to welcome customers.
• Keeping Everyone Connected: Working closely with the Sales and Workshop teams, communicating updates, and helping ensure vehicles are ready when needed.
• Making Things Happen: Taking the initiative, spotting what needs doing next and finding ways to make processes more efficient. You’ll be the go-to person for your area of responsibility, so being organised and taking ownership will be key!

What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for someone with personality, initiative, and a real get-up-and-go attitude. You’ll be happy rolling up your sleeves, working independently and being the person the wider team can rely on.

• Organisation in Your DNA: You love a plan, have an eye for detail and can juggle different priorities without letting things slip.
• A Self-Starter Mentality: You don’t wait to be asked. You spot opportunities, take action and see things through.
• Confidence and Communication: You’re comfortable speaking to different people, building relationships and handling conversations that keep your colleagues on track.
• Digital Know-How: You’re confident with technology and quick to pick up new systems, platforms and processes.
• A Creative Spark: You take pride in presentation and enjoy finding ways to make things look better and work smarter.
• A Team-First Attitude: You’re happy working independently, but you understand the importance of supporting colleagues and being someone others can count on.
• A Positive, Can-Do Approach: You bring energy, confidence and fresh ideas, and you’re always willing to get stuck in.
• Automotive experience would be great, but it’s not essential. Perhaps you’ve worked in customer service, as a Service Advisor or in another fast-paced role where organisation and communication are key. If you’re tech-savvy, motivated and excited to learn, this could be your opportunity to get your foot in the door of the motor trade.

Benefits

Our employees are dedicated to what they do, so we believe it is important that we give something back. In addition, Vines is always striving to be a step ahead in the Automotive industry as such, our Brilliant Benefits at Vines package has all the usual things you would expect.

• Awesome Team: Work with friendly, passionate people who love what they do.
• Great Perks: Competitive pay, cool benefits, and plenty of room to grow.
• Training Provided: Don’t worry if you’re new to this; we’ll give you all the training you need to succeed!
• 24 Days Holiday: Plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days with service.
• Birthday Off: Celebrate your special day!
• Staff Purchase Scheme: Discounts on cars and motorbikes.
• Health Plan: Medical health cash plan.
• Enhanced Parental Benefits
• Flexible Holidays: Buy and sell holiday days.
• Growth Opportunities: Job shadowing scheme and career planning/ pathways.
• Extra Perks: High street discount vouchers, sabbatical leave, long service awards, and much more!

For more details, check out our staff benefits.