Purchasing Specialist -FFUN Motor Group

Purchasing Specialist  Drive Nation –FFUN Motor Group
Permanent – Full Time

Work Location: Calgary

Do you love the thrill of finding the perfect vehicle—but wish you could do it without spending your own money? Now’s your chance. We’re looking for a  Purchasing Specialist to help fuel our FFUN Motor Group.

In this role, you’ll be the connection point between everyday vehicle owners and our dealership—sourcing, evaluating, and purchasing inventory directly from the public or from other sources! 

If you get excited about cars, love talking to people, and want to help shape where our inventory comes from, lean in—and hit apply. We can't wait to meet you.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Purchase from online auction platforms and local in-person auctions


• Use public listing sites to find cars that fit with our company needs.


• Create new local relationships to acquire inventory


• Establish and maintain contact with suppliers and maintain adequate stock levels.


• Conduct a valuation process to determine market value, negotiate prices and transportation arrangements with sellers/suppliers.


• Meet with sellers to negotiate final purchase price while providing excellent customer service.


• Work with accounting team for B2C payment.


• Ensure delivery and intended disposition.


• Assist with remarketing wholesale inventory - maintain accurate inventory counts, work with marketing to list units, assist in assessing vehicle value, maximizing return and time to market.
  

What we're looking for:

• A strong performer with excellent attention to detail


• Personable and adaptable 


• Knowledge on reconditioning costs


• Daytime, evening, and weekend availability as needed


• Comfortable working in all conditions (indoor and outdoor)
  


• Knowledgeable about vehicle makes and models
  


• Valid driver's license and clean driving record


• Previous auction experience is preferred


• Has experience and has a love for sales + buying 


• Purchasing/Procurement background? We'd love to talk

 Why FFUN :

• Competitive Compensation
  


• Group Retirement Savings Plan -Employer-Employee matched contributions because we care about your future financial security


• Employee Discounts –Get excited with exclusive discounts, not just on vehicles, but also on service, repairs and parts.


• Training & Development–Buckle up for an exciting ride! Joining us is like stepping onto a rocket ship of learning opportunities in a turbo-charged industry.


• Corporate Gym Membership Rates -Get your fitness on with corporate gym membership rates that won't break the bank. Flex those muscles, both at work and at the gym. 


• Health & Dental–Stay healthy and smile bright with our comprehensive health and dental plans. We've got you covered inside and out.


• Giving Back –From Hospital Foundations to local sports teams, we want everyone to have a little more FFUN in their lives.

What it's really like to work here.

The FFUN Group is Canada’s fastest growing motor and recreational group retailer with nearly 25 locations throughout Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Ontario. We bring FFUN to life and are fuelled by amazing people, representing all of your favourite brands of automotive and recreational vehicles.

At FFUN we recognize that life is short and that it goes by in the blink of an eye. We can help people make the most of their lives by having fun, at any age. We offer great career opportunities, excellent pay programs, terrific benefits, corporate support, training and an amazing culture defined by our core values: Driven to Grow, Team Player, FFUN Attitude and Down to Earth

Ready to Join Us?

If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, we’d love to meet you! Our application process is quick and easy—just a few clicks! 

At FFUN Group, we’re committed to providing a barrier-free, unbiased, and equitable hiring experience. If you require accommodations, please contact our recruitment team at [email protected].

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