VEHICLE PREPARATION & LOGISTICS ASSISTANT
VEHICLE PREPARATION \& LOGISTICS ASSISTANT
Dace Motor Group – Greater Manchester
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Vehicle Processing \& Driver to join Dace Motor Group, a highly successful and expanding family\-owned used car dealership group based in Greater Manchester.
With over 700 used vehicles across four sites, our vehicle preparation department plays an important role in ensuring every vehicle is processed, prepared and ready for sale as efficiently as possible.
We are looking for a hard\-working, organised and reliable individual to join our busy team and help manage the preparation of our vehicle stock from the moment it arrives with us through to completion.
This is a varied role that would suit someone who enjoys working in a busy environment, is comfortable dealing with garages and suppliers, and is not afraid to get stuck in.
THE ROLE
You will be responsible for helping manage the day\-to\-day processing and preparation of our vehicles.
You will work closely with the wider team, garages, bodyshops and suppliers to ensure vehicles move through the preparation process efficiently and within the required timescales.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Booking in new stock as it arrives.
- Carrying out initial checks on vehicles.
- Identifying and recording any damage or mechanical issues.
- Creating accurate damage and mechanical reports.
- Allocating preparation work to appropriate garages and suppliers.
- Chasing garages and bodyshops for updates and completion dates.
- Managing the progress of vehicles throughout the preparation process.
- Sourcing parts and placing orders where required.
- Arranging and completing the collection and delivery of vehicles to and from garages.
- Keeping accurate records of vehicle movements and preparation work.
- Communicating with suppliers and resolving any issues that arise.
- Ensuring vehicles are moved through the preparation process as quickly and efficiently as possible.
- Helping to keep the compound and forecourt organised, clean and tidy.
- Working closely with the sales and management teams to ensure vehicles are ready when required.
We are looking for someone who is:
- Hard\-working and reliable.
- Punctual and well organised.
- Able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Equally comfortable working independently.
- Able to remain organised in a fast\-paced working environment.
- Confident communicating with garages, suppliers and colleagues.
- Computer literate and comfortable keeping accurate records.
- Proactive, with the ability to identify problems and find solutions.
- Flexible and willing to get involved wherever required.
- A confident and responsible driver.
A full UK driving licence is essential for this position.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Full\-time, permanent position.
- Full training and ongoing support.
- Long\-term career opportunities within an expanding business.
- A varied role within a busy and established motor group.
- The opportunity to develop your knowledge and experience within the motor trade.
- A friendly and professional working environment.
Dace Motor Group is a family\-owned business with over 30 years' experience in the used car industry.
Our group operates across four dealerships in Greater Manchester:
- Dace Motor Company.
- Dace Specialist Car Centre Stockport.
- Dace German Car Centre.
- Dace Specialist Car Centre Manchester.
We are proud of our long\-standing reputation within the motor trade and our continued growth as one of the UK's established independent used car groups.
If you are organised, hardworking, reliable and looking for a long\-term opportunity within the motor trade, we would like to hear from you.
Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent
Experience: Previous motor trade experience preferred but not essential.
Licence: Full UK Driving Licence required.
Job Type: Full\-time
Work Location: In person
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