Used Vehicle Manager
INEOS Automotive – Built For More
Story so far
Since we started our journey to build a no nonsense 4X4, we’ve come a long way. We’ve established INEOS Automotive as a serious contender in 4X4 development and manufacturing. We’ve partnered with some of the biggest names in the automotive industry. We’ve made our way from vision to prototype. We’ve secured a world-class production facility and delivery team. We’ve delivered Grenadiers to customers all around the world. We’re building our double cab pickup, the Quartermaster.
People and Culture
Easy never changed anything. Not in manufacturing, science, engineering or energy – and certainly not elite sport. At INEOS we tackle every challenge head-on, and we help extraordinary athletes achieve extraordinary things. When it comes to making positive change, we know nothing gets done without grit, rigour and humour. Our Automotive team consist of around 1500 employees, 10 locations and 44 nationalities, we’re an international team working together to challenge the ordinary.
If this sounds like you, let’s talk.
The Used Vehicle Manager is responsible for the Australian & New Zealand markets strategic planning & operational performance of all matters relating to used vehicles.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Drive initiatives and campaigns to support the sell-in & sell-out of IAL vehicles through the approved used Retail Partner Network and Digital Channel, maximising revenue for IAL and reported residual values achieved
- Manage the retail capability by implementing Best Practise KPI’s to support both a Direct-To-Consumer and Digital Sales Platform, as well as our franchise dealer network; Used vehicle ROI, Stockturn, Quality Assurance, Vehicle Presentation,
- Manage Used Car flow to ensure IAL stock is managed according to agreed KPIs, eradicating aged stock in line stocking policy & maximising profitable returns
- Ensure all internal vehicles (including vehicles on by back arrangements or sitting on internal operational fleets) are in-fleeted in accordance with policy, ensuring effective disposal during de-fleet at optimal time/price.
- Work in close liaison with Regions & Finance to ensure used car valuations are carried out monthly and the correct provisions are made to ensure disposal
- Work with IAL Business Partners to ensure used vehicle consumer finance offers are communicated in line with updates/offers
- Collaboratively work with Sales Operations and Regional Sales teams to ensure the Retail Partner Network are maximising the used car opportunity
- Work with the network development and retail partner engagement teams to ensure the network’s used vehicles operations are supported adequately with training and development tools
- Develop and maintain IAL’s certified approved used vehicle programme, constantly reviewing competitor offerings to ensure it maintains its relevance and effectiveness in market
What we are looking for:
- Proven track record of success leading Approved Used Vehicle Programmes within OEM (5+ years’ experience, Automotive Industry mandatory, international experience preferred)
- Strong product knowledge and interest in the 4x4 market
- Comprehensive knowledge of Residual Value and TCO Models
- Strong planning and analytical skills as well as effective negotiation and interpersonal skills are essential
- Leadership skills to motivate and inspire others
- An independent, target oriented approach to tasks
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with sensitivity and diplomacy.
- Ability to multi task and control diverse projects
- Capable of working under pressure, on strategic and tactical timescales
- Work requires fair amount of travel
If the role sounds of interest and you want to learn more please apply. Please include a covering letter that supports your application along with any other supporting information.
If your application is successful one of the team will be in touch to arrange an initial conversation!
