Tom Prebble
Ellesmere Port,Cheshire
Summary
Vehicle trading professional experienced in identifying, appraising and securing used vehicle stock across multiple sourcing channels. Experience in market analysis, stock profiling, pricing and negotiation to successfully place stock with retail dealers. Skilled in building and maintaining long-term relationships with suppliers and dealer partners, with a genuine interest in developing strong professional networks. Seeking to progress into a dedicated used car buyer role within a retail dealership environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Account Manager / Team Leader (Hybrid Role)
The Car Contact
Bromborough, Wirral
2024.01 - Current
- Demonstrating confident negotiating skills in fast-paced trading environment, regularly agreeing deals with multiple parties
- Assessing market conditions to determine which makes, models, and specifications generate strongest retail demand, matching vehicles offered with dealership requirements based on price point and vehicle history.
- Reviewed daily wholesale market supply and appraised high numbers of vehicles, identifying opportunities from auctions, brokers, traders, and dealership overage/part exchanges
- Using market tools like Autotrader portal & CAP to analyse market data in respect to pricing, vehicle desirability and stock turn time
- Demonstrating strong specific product/brand knowledge to understand individual manufacturer/dealership requirements e.g. understanding Kia's strict service intervals to maintain warranty eligibility
- Carrying out due diligence checks such as HPI, MOT history reviews, service record verification ensuring vehicles met dealership standards and reduced exposure for us
- Building new business in both customers and suppliers through proactive prospecting, LinkedIn outreach, cold call outreach, referrals etc.
Self Employed Courier
Evri
Wrexham, Wrexham
2023.07 - 2024.01
- Undertook self-employed courier work during a deliberate break from motor trade before returning to the trade
Wholesale & Remarketing Manager
Axis Vehicle Remarketing
Cirencester, Gloucestershire
2022.06 - 2023.07
- Sourcing vehicles for trade resale, primarily focusing on older and lower price point stock for independent dealers rather than main dealers and supermarkets with a focus on locating stock from private sellers either from online listings or via the car buying platform
- Negotiated prices with private sellers to secure competitive deals; appraising vehicles independently on condition, history and trade resale potential before purchase
- Managed purchasing process independently, applying quick commercial decision making in a fast paced environment
Self Employed Courier
Evri
Wrexham, Wrexham
2020.11 - 2022.06
- Worked as a self employed courier after furlough during COVID, maintaining regular employment
Territory Manager
ADESA UK
Chester, Cheshire
2018.11 - 2020.11
- Managed customer accounts across North West area, facilitating new client sign-ups for auction services
- Identified purchase opportunities for customers, providing recommendations to enhance resale value
Customer Service Representative
Net World Sports
Wrexham, Wrexham
2017.10 - 2018.11
Education
A-Levels - Sport, Psychology
Castell Alun Sixth Form
Hope, FlintshireGCSEs -
Castell Alun High School
Hope, FlintshireSkills
- Relationship Building
- Vehicle Sourcing & Stock Acquisition
- Vehicle Appraisals
- Price Negotiation
- Market Analysis & Pricing
- Stock Profiling & Inventory Management
- Risk Management & Due Diligence
- Problem Solving
- Independent Decision Making
Accomplishments
The Car Contact - Promoted to a Team Leader hybrid role
ADESA - Promoted from Territory Support to Territory Manager within first 6 months of role
Net World Sports - Awarded best new employee
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Account Manager / Team Leader (Hybrid Role)
The Car Contact
2024.01 - Current
Self Employed Courier
Evri
2023.07 - 2024.01
Wholesale & Remarketing Manager
Axis Vehicle Remarketing
2022.06 - 2023.07
Self Employed Courier
Evri
2020.11 - 2022.06
Territory Manager
ADESA UK
2018.11 - 2020.11
Customer Service Representative
Net World Sports
2017.10 - 2018.11
A-Levels - Sport, Psychology
Castell Alun Sixth Form
GCSEs -
Castell Alun High School