Vehicle Sourcing & Import Operations Manager

About the Company

• Smart Suites manages a portfolio of over 100 rooms for short-term vacation rentals across Rocklea, Sunnybank, Acacia Ridge, Carina, and Kuraby in Queensland, Australia
• Guided by our core values of Customer Obsession, Ownership, Curiosity, Humility, Efficiency, and Teamwork (COCHET), we are committed to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences to every guest
• Smart Suites is an AI-driven company that continuously adopts and integrates advanced technology, automation, and digital tools to improve efficiency, decision-making, and customer satisfaction
• We are looking for team members who are equally passionate about using AI tools, data-driven insights, and digital systems to strengthen operations and service delivery
• At Smart Suites, we aim to ensure every guest stay is not only clean and comfortable, but also thoughtfully managed and personalized in a way that leaves a lasting impression
• Know how to spot a good used-car deal?
• We are looking for an experienced automotive professional to find vehicles overseas, primarily in Japan, and coordinate their import, preparation and resale in Australia
• You will work remotely from the Philippines, partnering with auction agents, exporters, shipping providers and Australian mechanics and service providers
• What you will do Find vehicles through auctions, dealers and exporter networks
• Assess vehicle condition, repair needs and resale potential
• Calculate total costs and recommend a maximum buying price
• Coordinate imports, repairs, transport and preparation for sale
• Manage listings, buyer follow-up and local handover arrangements
• Track costs, progress and profit for each vehicle
• What we are looking for Experience in used-car buying, vehicle appraisal, automotive purchasing or vehicle trading
• Practical knowledge of mechanical issues, accident damage and repair costs
• Ability to interpret auction sheets and recognize risky purchases
• Strong commercial judgement, organization and communication skills
• Confidence working independently with spreadsheets and online tools
• Japanese auction experience is highly valued
• Australian import knowledge is an advantage
• Japanese fluency is helpful but not essential if you can reliably interpret and verify vehicle information
• What is on offer Full-time work from home in the Philippines
• Fixed monthly pay of 1,300 – 1,500 AUD, depending on experience
• Commission equal to 5% of realized net profit per qualifying completed vehicle sale, subject to agreed terms
• Opportunity to help build and grow an international vehicle trading operation
• Agreed availability during Australian and Japanese business hours is required
• To apply Send your CV and a short example of a vehicle you sourced, valued or purchased
• Explain how you assessed its condition, buying price, expected costs and resale potential
• You may email us at [email protected] To apply: https://weworkremotely.com/remote-jobs/smart-suites-vehicle-sourcing-import-operations-manager