Vehicle Progressor

Vertu Motors plc; Taunton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Rewards platform

Service rate discounts

Colleague purchase scheme

Share incentive scheme

Company pension

Maternity/paternity benefits

Training and development

Job summary

Vertu Volvo Taunton is seeking a Vehicle Progressor to ensure every vehicle on site is presented to the highest standard and retail-ready within 72 hours of arrival. The role requires a great eye for detail, strong organisation, and proactive teamwork across departments.

A full UK driving licence is essential as occasional vehicle collection/delivery may be required. Vertu offers a market-leading benefits package and a supportive environment for long-term career development.

Qualifications

• Eye for detail and high standards are essential.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage workload.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial cosmetic inspections on vehicles on arrival.
• Coordinate vehicle preparation: wheel refurbishment, paint/trim repairs, valeting, and photography for listings.
• Assist Sales Manager with accurate vehicle descriptions and comments.
• Quality-check vehicles after preparation.
• Organise vehicle movements and logistics between dealerships.
• Ensure vehicles are fully prepared and ready for sale.

Skills

Detail‑oriented

Organised

Communication skills

Proactive

Job description

Vertu Volvo Taunton

We’re looking for a Vehicle Progressor to join our welcoming and driven team at Vertu Volvo Taunton, playing a key role in ensuring every vehicle on site is presented to the highest possible standard.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a great eye for detail who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment and wants to build a long‑term career within motor retail.

Salary: £28,571 basic

Plus: A market‑leading benefits package

The Role

As a Vehicle Progressor, you’ll take ownership of the vehicle preparation journey, ensuring all vehicles are retail‑ready within 72 hours of arrival and meet Vertu Motors’ group standards.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Carrying out initial cosmetic inspections when vehicles arrive
• Coordinating all aspects of vehicle preparation, including:
  • Wheel refurbishment
  • Paint and trim repairs
  • Valeting
  • Photography for online listings
• Supporting the Sales Manager with accurate vehicle descriptions and comments
• Quality‑checking vehicles once preparation is complete
• Organising vehicle movements and logistics between dealerships
• Ensuring vehicles are fully prepared and ready for sale

You’ll be trusted to manage your workload while also working closely with colleagues across departments to keep everything running smoothly.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised, motivated and proactive
• Detail‑focused, with pride in doing things properly
• Confident using technology and computer systems
• A strong communicator who works well both independently and as part of a team
• Passionate, energetic and committed to delivering high standards

A full UK driving licence is essential, as occasional vehicle collection and delivery may be required.

Why Join Vertu Motors?

We’re proud to be the motor retailer that invests more in our colleagues’ development than any other, offering genuine career progression and long‑term opportunities.

You’ll Benefit From

• 25 days’ holiday, increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays
• Access to our online rewards platform, offering cashback and discounts at major retailers
• Preferential service rates
• Colleague purchase scheme
• Share incentive scheme
• Company pension
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Ongoing training and development to support your career journey

Please note: successful applicants will be subject to pre‑employment checks, which may include verification of employment history, address, credit history, a criminal record check and driving licence check.

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