BMW Group Buyer – Scotland Based
About the company
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the dynamic Buying team at Sytner Group, a leading name in the automotive industry.
We are passionate about continuous improvement and building an environment where everyone feels valued, appreciated and able to reach their full potential.
We represent over 23 of the world's most prestige vehicle brands, across our 140 UK dealerships.
We pride ourselves on ‘Developing Talent and ‘Building Careers’ and our colleagues recently scored Sytner Group an outstanding 89% on our colleague engagement survey.
Your tasks
We are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic and highly motivated BMW Buyer to develop our presence in Scotland, sourcing quality BMW vehicles for our dealer network across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
About you As a BMW Group Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing, evaluating and purchasing BMW vehicles from private customers, online advertising platforms, trade contacts and other key sources across Scotland and the North of England.
You will take ownership of your territory, continually seeking new opportunities to acquire quality vehicles that meet our retail requirements. Working closely with our dealer teams, you will help ensure the right vehicles are sourced to meet demand, support profitability and replenish stock across our dealerships in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
- Vehicle sourcing: Proactively identify and source BMW vehicles that match our retail profile through private customers, online platforms, trade contacts and other market opportunities.
- Market analysis: Monitor market trends, vehicle values, pricing and demand to identify profitable buying opportunities.
- Negotiation: Confidently negotiate with customers and trade contacts to secure the right vehicles at competitive prices.
- Vehicle evaluation: Assess vehicle condition, history, specification and market value to make informed purchasing decisions.
- Territory development: Build and develop a strong network of contacts across Scotland and the North of England, maximising opportunities to source quality stock.
- Dealer relationships: Work closely with our dealer teams to understand their requirements and ensure a consistent supply of suitable vehicles across our network.
- Performance and results: Work towards agreed buying targets, maintain a strong pipeline of opportunities and continually look for ways to improve performance.
- Customer service: Deliver a professional, reliable and positive experience to every customer and business contact.
Requirements
This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual with a passion for cars, a strong commercial mindset and the determination to succeed in a fast-paced buying environment. You will play a key role in identifying and securing quality vehicles, developing new buying opportunities and ensuring our dealerships receive the right stock at the right price.
We are looking for someone who is proactive, hardworking and hungry to succeed, with the confidence to build relationships, negotiate effectively and make things happen in the market.
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who thrives on achieving results, enjoys building relationships and has the drive and resilience to make a real impact. You will be comfortable working independently, managing your time effectively and responding quickly to opportunities in a competitive market.
What we are looking for
- An energetic, enthusiastic and motivated individual with a strong desire to succeed.
- A hardworking, proactive and commercially minded approach, with the initiative to seek out opportunities rather than wait for them to arise.
- A genuine passion for BMW and the wider automotive market.
- Strong negotiation skills and the confidence to secure the best possible deals.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- A keen eye for detail, with the ability to assess vehicles and understand their market value.
- The ability to work independently, manage priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
- A flexible and determined attitude, with the resilience to overcome challenges and deliver results.
- Previous experience in automotive buying, vehicle sales or a similar commercial role would be an advantage. However, we are equally interested in individuals who can demonstrate the right attitude, a great personality, strong transferable skills and the potential to succeed.
What we offer
This is an opportunity to join an established and successful buying team, take ownership of a key territory and make a meaningful contribution to the continued growth of our BMW dealer network.
You will have the opportunity to build valuable relationships, develop your market knowledge and play an important role in sourcing the right vehicles for our dealerships.
Sytner Group are delighted to provide an industry-leading benefits package.
- Enhanced Holiday Entitlement – 33 days inc. bank holidays
- Industry-leading Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay
- Career Development
- Recognition of Long Service every 5 years
- Discounted Car Schemes
- High Street Discounts
- Discounted Gym memberships
- Cycle to work scheme
- One day a year paid voluntary / community work
How to apply
If you are passionate about cars, enjoy the challenge of finding a great deal and have the energy, ambition and work ethic to succeed, we would love to hear from you.
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BMW Group Buyer – Scotland Location: Scotland | Sytner Group
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