Automotive Retail Buyer

24 hours ago

Auckland City, New Zealand NZ Cheap Cars Full time

We are looking for a motivated Automotive Retail Buyer & Operational Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for purchasing high-quality used vehicles from overseas suppliers (mainly Japan) for resale across our nationwide branches.

Alongside vehicle purchasing, you will play a key role in coordinating quality control, inventory management, and operational processes to ensure vehicles are ready for sale and meet both company and New Zealand regulatory standards. This includes working closely with the Operational Manager, branch managers, and other departments to ensure smooth operational flow.

Role Includes
- Vehicle Purchasing & Supplier Relations
- Source and purchase used vehicles from overseas suppliers in line with market demand.
- Negotiate purchase terms and pricing to optimise profitability.
- Evaluate trade-ins and support appropriate used vehicle pricing strategies.

Inventory & Quality Control
- Oversee used vehicle inventory, ensuring optimal stock mix and timely turnover.
- Develop and implement pre-sale quality control standards.
- Inspect vehicles to ensure compliance with WoF, registration, and presentation standards.
- Coordinate repairs, reconditioning, and grooming with suppliers, panel beaters, and mechanics.

Retail Buyer, Operational Support & Coordination
- Allocate vehicles to branches based on sales trends and turnover rates.
- Liaise with transport companies for timely deliveries.
- Ensure compliance with consumer protection and vehicle safety regulations.

Collaboration & Reporting
- Analyse sales data and provide insights to assist business decision-making.

Skills & Experience
- Proven experience as a Retail Buyer, ideally within the automotive industry.
- Clear knowledge of New Zealand vehicle compliance requirements and market trends.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Proven ability to analyse sales data and market demand to inform purchasing and allocation decisions.
- Proficiency with Japanese is strongly preferred, due to the primary location of our overseas vehicles.
- Organised and able to coordinate multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- At least 3 years of relevant experience is required for this position.

Why Join Us?
- Be part of a trusted, established automotive group with a strong nationwide presence.
- Enjoy a diverse role that combines purchasing, quality control, and operational coordination.
- Work with a supportive, professional team committed to delivering quality and value to customers.

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