Purchasing & Pricing Executive

Purchasing & Pricing Executive

Lithia UK – Annesley, Nottingham

Competitive salary with bonus and pension, life assurance, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), exclusive company discounts on used car purchases, leasing deals and aftersales services.

Working closely with Divisional Stock Managers, the Purchasing & Pricing Executive plays a vital role in supporting Evans Halshaw’s used car performance contributing to the buying, pricing and allocation of used vehicles across the division to ensure our dealerships are stocked with competitive, desirable and profitable vehicles.

It is an exciting time to join the team as we launch our Sell Your Car Home Collection service. We are looking for a confident, proactive buyer who can help make this new programme a success, while supporting the wider purchasing and pricing strategy.

Your Journey as a Purchasing & Pricing Executive:

• Support vehicle buying and underwriting across the business, including sourcing stock, conducting appraisals, negotiating valuations, providing pricing and part-exchange support, and contributing to the Sell Your Car Home Collection service.
• Maintain strong relationships with external suppliers, private sellers and logistics partners. Managing communication throughout the purchase journey to ensure a smooth and professional customer experience, escalating unresolved issues where required to maintain service standards.
• Monitor market and competitor trends, support daily and weekly pricing reviews using central tools, make ad hoc pricing adjustments where required, and allocate centrally purchased vehicles to the most appropriate stores based on demand and sales performance.
• Ensure all purchase documentation is completed accurately and on time, track vehicles through logistics, and support the smooth flow of vehicles into stock and preparation at dealerships.
• Produce regular and ad hoc buying, pricing, and performance reports, share insights on trends and supplier performance, and contribute to continuous improvement by identifying issues, inefficiencies, and best practice across the division.
• Flexible to support occasional evening and weekend contact with sellers or pricing activity when required. Occasional travel may also be needed between stores, suppliers or collection locations.

Do you have what it takes to be a Lithia UK colleague? We’re looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience as a Used Vehicle Buyer or in motor trade sales is preferred but not essential.
• Strong communication skills, commercial awareness, and confidence working with data and spreadsheets are desirable.
• Negotiation skills and the ability to build rapport with customers and suppliers are desirable.
• Full training will be provided.

What we can offer you: 

• Enjoy 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), giving you more time to relax, recharge, and do what you love 
• Celebrate your special day with an extra day off on your birthday 
• Our industry-leading Family Leave Policies ensure you’re supported when it matters most 
• Access a new car through our Salary Sacrifice scheme and enjoy a smarter way to drive
• Take a paid day to volunteer and give back to a cause close to your heart 
• We believe in recognising dedication and loyalty, that’s why we celebrate long service milestone anniversaries 
• Unlock your potential with tailored training and endless career growth opportunities 
• Commute for less with our cycle to work scheme 
• Access high street discounts to make the everyday a little more rewarding 
• Know someone perfect for Lithia UK? Earn rewards through our internal referral scheme 

At Lithia UK, our growth is powered by our people: 

As one of the largest automotive retailers globally, we’re passionate about transforming the future of personal transportation and setting new standards for exceptional customer experiences. Our values—Earn Customers for Life, Improve Constantly, Take Personal Ownership, and Have Fun!—fuel everything we do. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that embraces innovation, champions personal growth, and celebrates success together. If you’re ready to make an impact in an environment that empowers you to drive change, we’d love to have you with us on this journey. 

Lithia UK are an equal opportunities employer, and we are proud members of Automotive 30% Club, Diversity in Retail and Inclusive Companies. We welcome all applications regardless of age, race, religion, disability, gender or sexual identity, marital status, socio-economic background or Veteran status. We will also consider qualified applicants with prior criminal convictions, in accordance with the law.

We want your recruitment journey to be unique to you and as accessible as possible. If you need any additional support with your application or have specific requirements at any stage, please let us know via email: UK_resourcing@lithia.com. Our team will be happy to support you throughout every stage of the process.