Description
Salary: £30,300 Basic + OTE £35,000.
Working Hours: 42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 6pm
Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment? We’re looking for a proactive, detail-oriented individual to support our bustling BMW & MINI used car department at the Gatwick dealership. This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate team and play a key role in maximising the profitability of our used car operations.
Key Responsibilities
In this pivotal position, you will assist in the daily operations of the used car departments, ensuring smooth processes and maximising profitability. Your responsibilities will include:
* Vehicle Appraisal: Appraise all incoming vehicles on the day they arrive.
* Advertising & Presentation: Ensure all used stock is advertised across third-party websites and presented to meet AUC guidelines.
* Cost Control: Work closely with the Workshop and Bodyshop Controllers to manage preparation costs.
* Vehicle Progression: Ensure all vehicles are processed for AUC and display preparation in a timely manner (within 7 working days).
* Photography: Ensure all vehicles are photographed within 5 working days of arrival.
* Display Management: Maintain the used car display in accordance with BMW/MINI and Vines Group standards.
* Vehicle Disposal: Ensure timely disposal of trade vehicles.
You’ll also manage robust administration systems, assist in sales staff allocation for forecourt display, and contribute to a safe and well-maintained working environment.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
* Experience in the Used Car Industry – Previous experience in a similar role or within the automotive sector is preferred but not essential.
* Strong Administration Skills – You’ll be responsible for maintaining accurate, up-to-date records.
* Excellent Communication Skills – Both written and verbal communication will be key to your success.
* Full UK Driving License – A valid driving license is required as you'll be moving vehicles around the site.
We’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented, highly organised, and a proactive team player. You should be able to juggle multiple tasks, adapt to changing situations, and spot potential issues before they arise. Your self-motivation, integrity, and flexibility will make you an invaluable member of the team.
Benefits
* Awesome Team: Work with friendly, passionate people who love what they do.
* Great Perks: Competitive pay, cool benefits, and plenty of room to grow.
* Training Provided: Don’t worry if you’re new to this; we’ll give you all the training you need to succeed!
* 24 Days Holiday: Plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days with service.
* Birthday Off: Celebrate your special day!
* Staff Purchase Scheme: Discounts on cars and motorbikes.
* Health Plan: Medical health cash plan.
* Enhanced Parental Benefits
* Flexible Holidays: Buy and sell holiday days.
* Growth Opportunities: Job shadowing scheme and career planning/ pathways.
* Extra Perks: High street discount vouchers, sabbatical leave, long service awards, and much more!
For more details, check out our staff benefits .
As well as having the opportunity to work for the iconic BMW and MINI brands you will be part of a successful privately-owned business where our people are our greatest asset.
Our mission is ‘to inspire each other to delight our customers’, we do this through our ‘Winning Together’ brand values;
* Working as One Team
* Being Warm and Welcoming
* Doing what you say you will do
We believe it’s these values which makes us successful.
We all want to be proud of the company we work for and Vines have a great reputation of just that. We want people that not only share our commitment to working hard, but also a commitment to each other. That's why we want individuals that share in one another's success, and have a true belief in what they do.