Purchaser - Appraiser

Sime Darby Auto Selection Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Career progression

Employee benefits

Job summary

Sime Darby Auto Selection Limited in Singapore seeks a Purchaser (Appraiser) to evaluate and acquire pre-owned vehicles for our inventory. You’ll ensure accurate appraisals, negotiate fair prices, and work with internal teams to support quality vehicles locally and internationally.

The role requires 1–2 years in automotive sales or purchasing, a post-secondary education or equivalent, and a valid Class 3 license.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in automotive sales, purchasing, or technical roles.
• Post-secondary education or equivalent.
• Valid Class 3 driving license.
• Strong product knowledge and ability to perform accurate appraisals.
• Proactive and detail-oriented with a passion for cars.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate appraisals for trade-in vehicles and direct purchase requests
• Work closely with new and used car divisions to align on valuation strategies
• Assess vehicle condition and adjust quotations based on company guidelines
• Collaborate with Central Quotation and Purchasing teams to finalize valuations
• Recommend competitive purchase prices for external acquisition opportunities
• Liaise with customers selling their vehicles directly to Auto Selection
• Ensure timely submission of appraisal paperwork and proper data entry in systems (e.g., Moby Purchase, iQuotes)
• Maintain compliance with appraisal procedures and handover processes
• Participate in price review and coaching sessions with Purchasing leadership
• Average appraisal time: 15–20 minutes per vehicle

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Automotive knowledge

Education

Post-secondary education or equivalent

Job description

Company : Sime Darby Auto Selection Limited "Build the Future of Automotive with Us."\

In Singapore, Auto Selection offers a wide range of accessible, affordable and quality pre-owned cars that have passed stringent levels of pre-sale inspection and are backed by the Auto Selection Approved Warranty. Auto Selection aims to transform the pre-owned car buying experience.

What You’ll Be Doing As a Purchaser (Appraiser)

You’ll play a key role in evaluating and acquiring pre-owned vehicles for our inventory. You’ll ensure accurate appraisals, negotiate fair purchase prices, and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and customers to support our goal of delivering quality vehicles locally and internationally.

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide accurate appraisals for trade-in vehicles and direct purchase requests
• Work closely with new and used car divisions to align on valuation strategies
• Assess vehicle condition and adjust quotations based on company guidelines
• Collaborate with Central Quotation and Purchasing teams to finalize valuations
• Recommend competitive purchase prices for external acquisition opportunities
• Liaise with customers selling their vehicles directly to Auto Selection
• Ensure timely submission of appraisal paperwork and proper data entry in systems (e.g., Moby Purchase, iQuotes)
• Maintain compliance with appraisal procedures and handover processes
• Participate in price review and coaching sessions with Purchasing leadership
• Average appraisal time: 15–20 minutes per vehicle

Who We’re Looking For

• 1–2 years of experience in automotive sales, purchasing, or technical roles
• Post-secondary education or equivalent
• Valid Class 3 driving license
• Strong product knowledge and ability to perform accurate appraisals
• Basic understanding of vehicle mechanics and market trends
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Proactive and detail-oriented with a passion for cars

Why Join Us at Sime Motors?

• Be part of a trusted brand with a regional footprint
• Work with cutting-edge automotive technology
• Grow your career in a supportive, performance-driven culture
• Enjoy structured training, career progression, and employee benefits

Sime is a partner of choice for the world's best brands in the Automotive and Industrial Equipment sectors. We deliver sustainable value to our stakeholders through operational excellence, high performance standards and good corporate governance.

Founded in 1910, Sime Darby Berhad today has a workforce of approximately 30,000 employees and a presence in 18 countries and territories across the Asia Pacific region. It is listed on the main market of Bursa Malaysia.