Our client is seeking a Vehicle Purchasing & Operations Executive to join their expanding team. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you’ll take responsibility for managing vehicle purchases, maintaining supplier relationships and ensuring smooth end-to-end operations.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional in the motor trade who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is confident in negotiating and building long-term partnerships.
Key responsibilities:
• Proactively contact motor dealers, traders and suppliers to source and purchase vehicles.
• Negotiate purchase terms and maintain strong margins.
• Verify vehicle documentation (V5, HPI, VAT checks, etc.) prior to purchase.
• Manage purchasing paperwork and ensure compliance.
• Liaise with logistics providers to coordinate collections and deliveries.
• Oversee invoicing, credit notes and supplier payments.
• Support reconciliation and financial record-keeping.
• (Future scope) Provide support and guidance to a Sales Support Administrator as the team grows.
The person:
• Previous experience in the motor trade – ideally within vehicle buying, remarketing or wholesale.
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation ability.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple deals simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient with CRM systems and Microsoft Office.
• Confident and professional phone manner.
• Financial awareness with experience in invoicing and reconciliations.
Personal attributes: Proactive, organised and personable – someone who takes initiative, thrives under pressure and maintains high standards of integrity and accountability.
What’s on offer:
• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Quarterly performance-based bonus.
• Excellent career progression potential into senior purchasing or operations management.
• Supportive and dynamic team environment.
Job ref: 4085
