The Role
We are looking for an experienced Used Car Manager to take full ownership of the used car operation at our Carlow site. This is a senior, results-driven role with end-to-end responsibility for sourcing, pricing, stock management, presentation, and sales performance. You will lead the used car sales team and own the department's profitability.
Key Responsibilities
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Take full P&L responsibility for the used car department - volume, gross margin and stock turn.
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Source and appraise used stock through trade-ins, auctions, direct purchases and imports; build a quality, fast-moving inventory.
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Set and manage pricing to market, controlling stock ageing and minimising overage units.
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Own the digital presentation of stock across DoneDeal, Carzone and the group website - quality imagery, accurate specs, competitive positioning.
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Lead, motivate and develop the used car sales team; set targets and hold the team to them.
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Work with the Business Manager to maximise finance and add-on product penetration.
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Oversee reconditioning and prep standards with the workshop to ensure cars are retail-ready and turned quickly.
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Report performance, KPIs and forecasts to senior management.
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Ensure full compliance with SIMI standards and consumer/distance-selling obligations.
Requirements
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Minimum 10 years in the motor industry, with substantial used car management experience.
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Proven track record of delivering volume and margin in a used car operation.
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Strong appraisal and valuation skills and sound knowledge of the Irish used car market.
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Commercial and financial acumen - comfortable owning a departmental P&L.
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Confident with digital merchandising and online stock platforms.
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Strong leadership skills with the ability to build and drive a sales team.
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Experience with a DMS (Keyloop an advantage); knowledge of imports / VRT a plus.
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Full clean Irish driving licence.
What We Offer
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Competitive basic salary with a strong performance-based bonus / OTE structure.
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Company vehicle.
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A senior leadership role within an established, growing multi-franchise group.
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Genuine autonomy to build and run the department.
