Vehicle Appraiser

Octane Recruitment; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive sales company based in Hinckley is looking for a motivated Part Exchange Vehicle Appraiser to join their dynamic team. This role involves accurately assessing vehicles offered in part exchange to ensure correct pricing. The ideal candidate will have attention to detail, good communication skills, and familiarity with appraisal software, although this is not essential. A full driver's licence is required. Working hours include weekends, totaling 42.5 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Desire to work in car sales.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Full driver's licence required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed appraisals of vehicles offered in part exchange.
• Utilise industry-standard tools and software to assess vehicle values.
• Communicate effectively with the sales team about appraisal results.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in appraisal software

Organisational skills

Tools

Appraisal software

Auction platforms

Job description

Vehicle Appraiser
Location: Hinckley
Salary: £26000 to start
5 days from 7 to include weekends 42.5 hours

Are you passionate about cars and have an eye for detail? Do you enjoy appraising vehicles? Join our dynamic team where we lead the market in automotive sales. We are seeking a motivated and experienced Part Exchange Vehicle Appraiser to support our busy sales department. This is a gateway to get into a car sales role.

Role Overview

As a Part Exchange Vehicle Appraiser, you will be responsible for accurately assessing the vehicles offered in part exchange, ensuring our vehicles are priced accurately. Basic car knowledge with understanding of vehicle damage/preparation costs is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed appraisals of vehicles offered in part exchange, considering factors such as condition, mileage, history and other factors that influence valuations.
• Utilise industry-standard tools and software to assess vehicle values and generate accurate pricing.
• Communicate effectively with the sales team to explain appraisal results.
• Drive each of the potential part exchange vehicles to help identify mechanical issues.
• Identify suitable retail stock from those taken in part exchange.
• Oversee the disposal process of vehicles not retained for resale, including the documentation, and logistics for the auction.

Qualifications & Experience

• Desire to work in car sales
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with the sales team.
• Proficient in using appraisal software and auction platforms.
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload.
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach to handling multiple tasks.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A flexible attitude towards extended duties to support the business.
• Full driver's licence.