Estimator | Al-Futtaim Automotive | Automall

Job Requisition ID: 170206 

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate. 

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Overview of the role
We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Buying Estimator to join our team. The role involves inspecting vehicle purchases, body repairs, and other related services for the vehicle buying process. You will be responsible for providing accurate cost estimates while maintaining customer satisfaction. This position requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

What you will do
•    Prepare estimates from the vehicle inspection tool, including vehicle condition and body shop specifications
•    Accurately assess physical and mechanical conditions and capture vehicle data attributes
•    Liaise with pricing and the head of purchasing to determine the most suitable market value for all incoming vehicles
•    Ensure all necessary documents are collected and sent to Admin/PRO for de-registration
•    Ensure the retail purchased car preparation matches the estimated preparation with a maximum variance of 10%
•    Ensure all purchased cars are taken into stock and parked in Al Futtaim premises according to the sales channel
•    Follow up with Sales Executives about the appraisal and price delivered to the customer, and update the buyer on the trade-in deal status

Required skills to be successful
•    High school diploma
•    2 years in car estimate/inspection/mechanic knowledge
•    Experience in buying or selling vehicles
•    Floor experience in a major franchise workshop

About the team
You will be part of the Buying Team, which is the only source to get vehicles for Automall. The team is highly customer-focused and performance-oriented. It is important that the job holder is self-driven and motivated to excel in both these parameters.

What equips you for the role
•    Proficiency in MS Office
•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
•    Ability to handle a high level of activity
•    Emotional maturity to handle and satisfy internal and external customers
•    Sensitivity and teamwork to excel in a multicultural work environment
•    Ability to remain focused on setting monthly targets and be self-driven to achieve and excel them
•    Ability to do self-review and continuously improve

About Al-Futtaim Automotive
A major division of the UAE-based Al-Futtaim Group of companies, Al-Futtaim Automotive is an industry leader with presence in 10 countries across the Middle East, Asia and Africa.
Our core business activities at Al-Futtaim Automotive include distribution, manufacturing, leasing and aftersales, and we are firmly established as the regional representative of some of the world’s most iconic automotive brands: Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, Volvo and RAM.
We are driven by a customer-centric approach, constantly pushing the boundaries on innovation, quality standards, and value-added service across our vast universe of customers - right from motoring enthusiasts to fleet operators to contractors. Our mission is to become the leader in custom-made mobility solutions by delivering nothing less than world-class omni-channel experiences. 
We channel our local expertise and global trust to deliver one of the most comprehensive portfolios of mobility products and solutions, from passenger cars to SUVs, electric vehicles to high-performance motorbikes, commercial vehicles to industrial & construction equipment.
What keeps the company moving forward is a 9000-member strong team, with inspiring possibilities for growth, throughout the career path. This is Al-Futtaim Automotive and we empower talent to move forward.