Used Car Buyer - Vehicle Sourcing and Valuation

Used Car Buyer
- Vehicle Sourcing and Valuation Job Snapshot
- Role:
Used Car Buyer

- Location:

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Industry: Automotive
- Function:
Purchasing

- Experience:

Minimum 1 year of relevant experience
- Job Type: Full Time
- Work Arrangement:
On‑site

Al‑Futtaim Automotive is seeking a motivated automotive professional to join its Electric Mobility team, supporting BYD 's used vehicle purchasing and sourcing operations in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The role focuses on identifying, inspecting, valuing and purchasing used vehicles at commercially appropriate prices. You will contribute to monthly vehicle acquisition targets, maintain a balanced stock mix and support the business in achieving its gross margin and stock turnover objectives.

Reporting to the Head of Used Cars, you will also identify wholesale buying and selling opportunities, accurately document vehicle condition assessments and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers. The successful candidate will have experience in vehicle buying, automotive sales or workshop operations, supported by strong vehicle assessment skills, commercial awareness and a target-driven approach.

Job Details
- Country:
United Arab Emirates
- City:
Abu Dhabi
- Industry: Automotive
- Function:
Purchasing
- Salary:
Not disclosed
- Gender: No Preference
- Candidate Nationality:
Not specified
- Job Type: Full Time
- Work Arrangement:
On‑site

• Prospect and identify suitable used vehicles for acquisition.
• Source vehicles through relevant purchasing opportunities.
• Inspect prospective vehicles before making purchasing decisions.
• Assess vehicle condition and determine appropriate purchase values.
• Purchase vehicles at recommended prices in accordance with business requirements.
• Contribute to monthly vehicle purchasing targets.
• Support the availability of suitable vehicle stock for the business.

• Conduct vehicle condition assessments to support purchasing decisions.
• Accurately record inspection findings on the required assessment forms.
• Evaluate vehicle condition when determining appropriate values.
• Apply automotive product knowledge and commercial judgement during vehicle assessments.
• Identify relevant vehicle condition factors that may influence purchasing decisions.
• Maintain accurate inspection documentation to support the acquisition process.

• Support a balanced vehicle stock mix aligned with business requirements.
• Maintain appropriate vehicle pricing to support stock turnover.
• Contribute to achieving established stock‑age targets.
• Monitor purchasing activities against monthly acquisition objectives.
• Support the achievement of budgeted gross margin targets.
• Apply commercial awareness when assessing vehicle purchase opportunities.
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing performance and inventory efficiency.

• Identify wholesale opportunities involving the purchase and sale of vehicles.
• Evaluate potential transactions based on vehicle condition and commercial value.
• Support wholesale activities that contribute to purchasing and sales objectives.
• Maintain professional communication with relevant internal and external parties.
• Apply sound judgement when reviewing vehicle purchasing and selling opportunities.

• Provide internal and external customers with a consistently positive experience.
• Communicate clearly and professionally throughout vehicle purchasing activities.
• Build trust through accurate assessments and transparent interactions.
• Work effectively with colleagues across the Electric Mobility team.
• Maintain a customer‑focused…