Auction Specialist (Automotive)

Who we are

At OPENLANE, we make wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful. We're a technology company, building the world's most advanced—and uncomplicated—digital marketplace for used vehicles. We're a data company, helping customers buy and sell smarter with clear, actionable insights they can understand and use. And we're an innovative company accelerating the future of wholesale remarketing through curiosity, collaboration, and an entrepreneurial spirit. OPENLANE offers its customers the best digital marketplace for used cars in Europe. Our B2B clients enjoy operational excellence when working with us.

Our Values

• Driven Waybuilders: We pursue challenges that inspire us to build, create and innovate.
• Relentless Curiosity: We seek to understand and improve our customers' experience.
• Smart Risk-Taking: We transform risk into progress through data, experience, and intuition.
• Fearless Ownership: We deliver what we promise and learn along the way

What are we looking for?

As an Auction Specialist at our European HQ (in Tienen, BE), your primary focus will be the management, follow-up, and technical execution of the auctions with the goal of maximizing the volume of cars sold.

What will you do?

As a key member of the Auction team, you will:

• Select vehicles and put them into auction
• Determine vehicle prices using market data and pricing tools
• Monitor auction activity and follow up on bids
• Conduct risk analysis on bids, cancelled vehicles, potential customers and cars in stock
• Deliver high-quality service to your customer across designated countries
• Apply best practices and standardized workflows to ensure efficiency and consistency

Requirements

Who Are You?

• You hold a bachelor’s degree or have equivalent experience
• You have experience in the automotive industry or related service companies
• You are passionate about cars and stay informed on market trends and models
• You possess strong analytical skills and a data-oriented mindset
• You have a commercial spirit and enjoy regular contact with sellers via phone and email
• You are flexible, resilient under pressure and skilled at managing priorities
• You are process-oriented and continuously seek efficiency improvements
• You are fluent in Dutch and English, French is a plus

Benefits

What's in it for you?
OPENLANE Europe can give your career a boost and offers you a challenging position in a rapidly changing environment. In return for your dedication and added value you receive a competitive salary and extra-legal advantages such as:

• Yearly bonus plan.
• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to work in a highly dynamic, international, and innovative environment.
• Hybrid working and flexible hours.
• Comprehensive benefits package tailored to the country of employment.

Are we the perfect match?

Can you fulfill this vital function within our digital marketplace?

Do you thrive in a down-to-earth culture that values a can-do mentality and clear communication?

Are you motivated to become part of our team and contribute to a high performing culture.

Then step into the driver's seat of your career and accelerate your professional growth with OPENLANE Europe!

Think you're the right match? Send us your CV and tell us why—we’re excited to meet you!

OPENLANE is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.