Used Car Buyer - Southampton, United Kingdom - Snows Group

Snows Group

Verified Company

Southampton, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Location
Southampton

Region
Hampshire

Category
Vauxhall - Southampton (SVXs)

(Sales)

Vacancy Type
Permanent/Full Time

Salary
£30,000 basic, plus competitive, uncapped bonus structure, plus company car

Job Summary

The Driving Spirit

Due to our continued success, a new and exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Snows Motor Group as a
Used Car Buyer.

We are fortunate to count
Vauxhall as one of our brands, and the
Used Car Buyer will be an operational member of the Dealership Team and will report to the Head of Business.

The role is primarily to purchase vehicles from multiple sources to assist the dealerships achieve their sales and financial targets.

Based in the South and South-West of England, Snows Motor Group is an AM Top 50 automotive retailer covering 20 brands across 54 franchises.

We differentiate ourselves from our competitors by delivering an exceptional level of service to both our customers and manufacturing partners.

Your day

Assisting the Sales Managers in ensuring that optimum used stock levels are maintained to maximise used car sales opportunities.
Ensure that used cars are purchased at the correct market value reflecting their age and required preparation costs to comply with brand used car policy.
Ensure the procurement and supply of quality used vehicles in order that sales departments can achieve financial and volume targets
Develop approved relationships with manufacturers, auction houses and other trade contacts in pursuit of stock acquisition
Make purchases in line with the defined stock profile and individual requirements of each business
Provide advice and support to Sales Management in respect of retail and trade valuations
Provide detailed analysis/reports on purchase activity
Monitor 60+ day stock and advise on price realignment and assist in disposal / intercompany transfers
Monitor vehicle sales mix and volumes to ensure correct replenishment of stock
Conduct due diligence in respects of vehicle condition, service history, number of previous owners, outstanding finance, warranted mileage and previous accident damage
Ensure compliance with the requirements of the Brand Approved Used Vehicle Programme
Always operate within company policy
Monitor and provide feedback on the trends and market conditions at auction

Have you got what it takes?

Passion for delivering an exclusive customer experience.
High level of social and communication skills.
Good organisational and planning skills.
Energy and enthusiasm and a positive cando attitude.
A desire to achieve challenging goals and targets.
Ability to make decisions.
Valid driving licence.

What is in it for you?
- £30,000 basic, plus compeotitive, uncapped bonus structure, plus company car

Full training and support to help you immerse yourself in the role and Snows values.
30 days holiday, inc. Bank holidays plus additional holiday entitlement as recognition of length of service with Snows at 5, 10, 15, 20 years anniversary. (Pro rata for part time employees).
Birthday day off
Discounted MOTs, Service and Parts.
Recommend a Friend Bonus/ Introducing a Customer Bonus.
Life Assurance Benefit.
Snows Contributory Pension Scheme.

BEN