At a Glance
- Tasks: Source and purchase quality used vehicles while negotiating competitive prices.
- Company: Join a growing team in the exciting automotive industry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, pension, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Enjoy a friendly environment with great career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the automotive world with your negotiation skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in vehicle buying or automotive sales is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.
We are looking for a motivated and commercially minded Car Buyer to join our growing team.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for the automotive industry and strong negotiation skills to source, evaluate, and purchase quality used vehicles.
The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining a high-quality vehicle stock by identifying buying opportunities, negotiating competitive prices, and building lasting relationships with suppliers, dealerships, auctions, and private sellers.
Key Responsibilities
- Source and purchase quality used vehicles from auctions, trade contacts, dealerships, and private sellers.
- Accurately assess vehicle condition, history, specifications, and market value.
- Negotiate purchase prices to maximise profitability.
- Monitor market trends, pricing, and stock demand.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and industry contacts.
- Ensure all purchases comply with company procedures and legal requirements.
- Complete all vehicle documentation accurately and efficiently.
- Work closely with the sales and preparation teams to ensure stock meets business requirements.
- What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience in vehicle buying, automotive sales, or a similar role.
- Strong knowledge of the UK used car market.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
- Ability to value vehicles accurately.
- Commercial awareness and attention to detail.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Experience purchasing vehicles through BCA, Manheim, Aston Barclay, or other UK auctions.
- Knowledge of vehicle appraisal systems.
- Experience using dealer management systems and Data analysis platforms
What We Offer
- Competitive salary with an attractive bonus structure.
- Company pension.
- Opportunities for career progression.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Friendly and supportive working environment.
- Lunch on Hippo when passing probation
- Departmental incentives
- Works social events
- 2 years’ service- an additional day annual leave and £100 meal
- 5 years’ service- 2 additional days annual leave
- 10 years’ service- 3 additional days annual leave and a voucher
- Employee of the quarter scheme
- Refer a friend scheme.
- Time for you- the opportunity to earn up to 4 early finishes/late starts per year.
- Internal development and progression opportunities
- Access to BEN the employee wellbeing support service
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Car Buyer in Blackburn employer: Hippo Motor Group
Join a leading automotive group in Blackburn, where you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and growth. As an Automotive Finance Manager, you will benefit from competitive remuneration, opportunities for professional advancement, and the chance to make a significant impact within the finance team while enjoying the vibrant community of Blackburn.
