Job Overview
Step into a leadership role with LKQ UK & Ireland as a Duty Manager, where you’ll oversee daily operations and support a high‑performing team. You’ll ensure efficiency, accuracy, and safety while helping to deliver excellent service to our customers. If you’re a natural leader with a hands‑on approach and warehouse or retail operations experience, this is your chance to take the next step.
What We Offer
* Competitive Salary – We regularly review our salaries to keep your earnings competitive.
* Enhanced Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays) – Enjoy a great work‑life balance with plenty of time off to recharge.
* Exciting Career Growth – Unlock personal development and career opportunities across the UK & Europe.
* Life Assurance for Peace of Mind – Providing financial security for you and your loved ones.
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – Confidential support for you and your family, whenever you need it.
* Exclusive Gym Discounts – Stay fit and healthy with reduced memberships at top health clubs.
* Comprehensive Healthcare Perks – Access an online GP, a hospital plan, and other wellness benefits.
* Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money while staying active with tax‑free bike purchases.
* Retail & Staff Discounts – Enjoy exclusive savings on popular brands and products.
Key Responsibilities
* Warehouse operations, resource and customer service within the branch, including line management responsibility for the General Assistant team.
* Ensuring all areas of the warehouse always conform to Health and Safety legislation.
* Working to deliver a balanced performance across key business metrics and KPI measures in line with business goals and objectives.
* Ensuring the branch is fully compliant with branch standards to maintain a balanced performance.
* Leading, coaching and developing teams to create the skills and capabilities needed both now and in the future.
* Holding regular colleague reviews to strengthen colleague engagement and support development.
* Working with the Operations Manager to create a robust succession plan throughout the branch.
* Ensuring branch recruitment is right the first time, attracting future talent to the organisation.
* Delivering a structured daily briefing to ensure all colleagues understand key objectives and measures.
* Average of 44 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 8am and 6pm, and alternate Saturdays between 8am and 4pm.
Skills And Experience
* Great communication skills that demonstrate the ability to develop customer and colleague relationships.
* Experience leading a warehouse operations team with a customer‑first attitude.
* Knowledge of recruitment processes.
* Knowledge and understanding of P&L’s and the booking of in and out stock.
* Strong ability to highlight and resolve Health and Safety concerns.
* Ability to review, challenge and develop colleagues to achieve their best and help them develop.
Why Work for LKQ
* People First: We value our employees just as much as our customers.
* Work‑Life Balance: Flexible working options to support your lifestyle.
* Career Growth: Genuine opportunities for progression in a thriving industry.
* Passion for Excellence: Join a team dedicated to being the best at what we do.
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