Qureos Mentor

Gargash Motors & General Trading

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 JOB OVERVIEW:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Buying Manager is responsible for overseeing and driving the wholesale procurement strategy of used vehicles to meet business objectives. This job manages a team of buyers, sets sourcing strategies, and ensures the acquisition of high-quality vehicles at competitive prices. The Buying Manager plays a critical role in ensuring profitability, optimising inventory turnover, and supporting wholesale growth through strategic sourcing, negotiations, and market insights.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Strategic Buying &amp; Market Intelligence:
 
 
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 Define and implement the wholesale purchasing strategy in alignment with organisational objectives.
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 Analyse market trends, competitor activity, pricing shifts, and demand cycles to guide buying decisions.
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 Identify high-demand models for wholesale trade and develop sourcing strategies to secure them. Oversee regular benchmarking of competitor pricing and vehicle availability.
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 Supplier Relationship Management:
 
 
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 Build, maintain, and expand strong relationships with auction houses, fleet operators, leasing companies, dealerships, and wholesalers.
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 Negotiate bulk purchase agreements, long-term supply contracts, and favourable commercial terms.
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 Resolve disputes or discrepancies related to vehicle conditions, documentation, or pricing.
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 Procurement &amp; Inventory Optimization:
 
 
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 Supervise the sourcing, inspection, and acquisition of vehicles for wholesale resale.
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 Ensure vehicles meet wholesale quality standards and regulatory compliance.
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 Assess reconditioning and repair costs to optimize profitability in wholesale trade.
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 Manage wholesale budgets, ensuring cost-efficient and profitable purchasing decisions.
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 Collaborate with sales teams to align vehicle mix with wholesale demand.
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 Leadership &amp; Team Management:
 
 
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 Lead, mentor, and develop a team of buyers and inspectors, ensuring high performance and capability building.
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 Allocate responsibilities, monitor performance, and provide training on negotiation, sourcing, and inspection techniques. &bull; Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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 Operational Excellence:
 
 
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 Ensure accuracy and compliance in vehicle documentation, including titles, registrations, and service records.
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 Oversee efficient processing, logistics, and delivery of purchased vehicles into wholesale channels. Maintain accurate records of purchases, negotiations, and cost breakdowns for reporting and audit purposes.
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 Ensure alignment with company policies, ethical standards, and governance frameworks.
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 Business Insights &amp; Reporting:
 
 
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 Provide senior management with market intelligence, supplier performance analysis, and procurement insights.
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 Deliver regular reports on purchasing trends, cost savings, profitability, and supplier contributions. Support management in forecasting, inventory planning, and wholesale business development.
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 General:
 
 
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 Uphold company values throughout business practices and utilise sound judgment in decision making.
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 Any other additional duties as may be required by management based on needs of the business.
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 MINIMUM REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
 
 
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 A minimum of 7&ndash;10 years of experience in automotive buying, procurement, or wholesale operations, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
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 Proven expertise in the used car market, wholesale trading, and supplier negotiations.
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 MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATION:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Automotive Technology, or a related field.
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 Professional certifications in procurement, automotive management, or supply chain are an advantage.
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Buying Manager

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Buying Manager