“In the beginning I looked around and could not find quite the car I dreamed of. So I decided to build it myself.“ This quote from our founder Ferry Porsche is at the heart of everything we do.
Pioneering spirit has guided us since the beginning – now for more than 70 years. With commitment, passion and enthusiasm, we courageously seek new and untrodden pathways. Porsche Singapore Pte Ltd is the latest embodiment of this trailblazing philosophy - a new luxury automotive retail venture and Porsche-owned subsidiary set to operate Porsche car sales from 2023 onwards.
With a multi-platform enabled and direct luxury retail approach, Porsche Singapore is poised to deliver new and unique experiences for Porsche fans in Singapore. Because if you want others' hearts to beat faster, you have to carry your own in the right place.
Developing the luxury automotive retail experience of tomorrow. Growing within the international Porsche ecosystem. Always surpassing yourself. Working at Porsche offers many challenges.
Purchaser (Preowned / Used Car)
Porsche Singapore Pte. Ltd. (Retailer)
Porsche Singapore is seeking an experienced Purchaser (Pre-owned / Used Car) to source pre-owned stock (Porsche and non-Porsche makes) and optimise profitability, while building trust and delivering exceptional customer care throughout the entire purchasing cycle. The successful candidate will serve as a brand ambassador, strengthening Porsche Singapore’s position as the authorised and preferred dealer for pre-owned Porsches and promoting the Porsche Approved Programme to customers.
- Source and purchase used car (Porsche and non-Porsche makes) via various channels (direct sellers, online marketplaces, brokers, trade-in) and ensuring acquisitions are in the best interest and profit of the company.
- Coordinate and manage vehicle viewings with potential sellers.
- Inspect, appraise, and evaluate each vehicle to assess its cosmetic condition, mileage, ownership history, mechanical health, overall quality and market value, including checking for signs of accidents, illegal modifications, and tampering.
- Negotiate with stakeholders to secure the best possible purchase price.
- Provide pricing recommendations for Porsche pre-owned vehicles.
- Manage trade-in process using Porsche’s in-house bidding platform.
- Manager and optimise the used car panel dealer database, proactively expanding the dealer network to secure the most competitive bidding prices for pre-owned vehicles.
- Monitor and manage the pre-owned car inventory, including make/model mix and stock ageing, to ensure a healthy inventory level that supports sales targets and optimises purchasing activity.
- Prepare and analyse purchasing and ad-hoc reports in a timely manner, providing professional insights to support informed decision-making.
- Analyse market data, industry developments, and competitor activities to provide fair and competitive vehicle quotations.
- Ensure adherence to all relevant laws, regulations, standards and company policies.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of working experience in sales or purchasing, preferably in the Automotive industry within the luxury segment.
- Proven track record of success within the pre-owned car purchasing.
- A passion for the Porsche brand and a commitment to delivering an exceptional customer experience
- A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, dedicated to supporting one another in achieving organisational goals
- Proactive in engaging stakeholders and ensuring timely follow-up with a strong sense of accountability.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyse sales data and make informed decisions.
- Positive and solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to proactively address challenges and focus on delivering effective resolutions.
- Meticulous and excellent negotiation skills
- In-depth knowledge of industry trends, market dynamics, and regulatory requirements.
- Proficient in MS Office and other technology tools and systems
- Required to perform shift work including weekday evenings, weekends & public holidays
- A valid class 3 driving license with a clean driving record and at least 4 years of driving experience
Skills Required
- At least 3 years of working experience in sales or purchasing
- Proven track record of success within pre-owned car purchasing
- Experience in the Automotive industry, preferably within the luxury segment
- Ability to source and purchase used cars via direct sellers, online marketplaces, brokers and trade-ins
- Inspect, appraise, and evaluate vehicles for cosmetic condition, mileage, ownership history, mechanical health and tampering
- Manage trade-in process using Porsche's in-house bidding platform
- Manage and optimise used car dealer panel database and expand dealer network
- Monitor and manage pre-owned car inventory, make/model mix and stock ageing
- Prepare and analyse purchasing and ad-hoc reports and provide insights
- Negotiate with stakeholders to secure the best possible purchase price
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; team player
- Proactive stakeholder engagement and strong sense of accountability
- Strong analytical skills to analyse sales data and support decisions
- Meticulous and excellent negotiation skills
- In-depth knowledge of industry trends, market dynamics and regulatory requirements
- Proficient in MS Office and other technology tools and systems
- Required to perform shift work including weekday evenings, weekends & public holidays
- Valid class 3 driving license with a clean driving record and at least 4 years of driving experience
- Provide pricing recommendations and promote Porsche Approved Programme to customers
- Ensure adherence to all relevant laws, regulations, standards and company policies
What We Do
Porsche Financial Services, Inc. (PFS) is the dedicated financial services company for Porsche Cars North America and provides custom financial solutions and products to Porsche customers and dealers in the US and Canada. In 2012, PFS expanded its North American operations and became the financial services provider for the exclusive brands of the VW Group- Bentley, Lamborghini and Bugatti. As an integrated premium financial services provider, every new product- whether it be a leasing offer or a service offer- contains the DNA of some of the world’s most exclusive vehicle manufacturers.
