Used Vehicle Buyer & Exporter

Position Summary The Used Vehicle Buyer & Export Coordinator is responsible for sourcing and purchasing quality used vehicles at competitive prices, managing vehicle acquisition activities, and coordinating the export of vehicles to international markets. The successful candidate will identify profitable purchasing opportunities, negotiate with suppliers and auctions, manage export documentation, and coordinate transportation and shipping to ensure efficient inventory turnover and profitability. Key Responsibilities1. Used Vehicle Purchasing & Acquisition Source used vehicles through wholesale auctions, dealerships, fleet operators, trade-ins, and other approved suppliers. Evaluate vehicle condition, market value, demand, and resale potential before purchasing. Conduct vehicle inspections and review vehicle history reports, accident records, service history, and ownership documentation. Negotiate purchase prices to achieve targeted gross profit margins. Monitor auction listings, wholesale pricing, and market trends to identify profitable acquisition opportunities. Ensure vehicles meet company purchasing criteria, budget requirements, and inventory standards. Maintain accurate purchasing records, cost details, and vehicle acquisition documentation. Work closely with management to maintain appropriate inventory levels and meet monthly purchasing targets. 2. Export Sales & Coordination Identify international buyers, wholesalers, and export opportunities for used vehicles. Develop and maintain relationships with overseas dealers, brokers, and export partners. Prepare vehicle quotations, purchase confirmations, and export-related documentation. Coordinate vehicle transportation from auction locations, dealerships, and storage facilities to shipping ports. Liaise with freight forwarders, shipping companies, customs brokers, and other logistics providers. Coordinate shipping schedules, container loading, vehicle releases, and shipment tracking. Ensure required vehicle ownership, export, customs, and shipping documents are complete and accurate. Verify applicable Canadian export requirements and destination-country import requirements before shipment. Track export costs, shipping expenses, and transaction profitability. Follow up on payments, outstanding documentation, and shipment status with buyers and logistics partners. 3. Financial & Inventory Management Calculate total vehicle acquisition costs, including auction fees, transportation, repairs, and other applicable expenses. Prepare profitability calculations for domestic resale and international export transactions. Monitor purchasing budgets, export expenses, and gross profit margins. Maintain accurate vehicle inventory and transaction records. Prepare regular reports on vehicles purchased, export sales, inventory status, and profitability. Identify opportunities to reduce purchasing and logistics costs. 4. Compliance & Documentation Maintain complete and accurate records for vehicle purchases, sales, and exports. Follow applicable Ontario motor vehicle dealer requirements and company policies. Ensure required dealer documentation and transaction records are properly maintained. Coordinate compliance with applicable Canadian export controls, customs procedures, sanctions requirements, and destination-country regulations. Escalate discrepancies involving vehicle ownership, vehicle identification numbers (VINs), documentation, payments, or export eligibility. 5. Relationship Management Build strong relationships with auction representatives, suppliers, dealers, overseas customers, and logistics providers. Communicate professionally with internal sales, accounting, and management teams. Provide timely updates on vehicle purchases, export orders, shipping schedules, and potential issues. Support management in developing new vehicle sourcing channels and international markets. Qualifications & Requirements Previous experience in used vehicle purchasing, wholesale automotive sales, v…

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