We're looking for a driven Area Account Manager to lead customer relationships and sales growth across your designated area. At LKQ UK & Ireland, you'll work closely with key clients, identify new opportunities, and deliver tailored solutions that drive results. If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for building business, this is your chance to shine.
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
* Leading, coaching and developing the field based teams
* Managing the account manager performance via reviews, training, development in line with our company values
* Meeting and understanding customer expectations to grow wallet share
* Knowing and developing trade SMR, garage equipment and concepts to their potential and beyond
* Maximising marketing initiatives and feeding back successes or missed opportunities
* Creating strong leads and opportunities for all of LKQ Euro Car Parts channels, ensuring compliance across all marketing and promotional activity internally and externally
* Identifying existing, lapsed and new business opportunities within branch specific geographical areas
* Sharing Miller Heiman sales techniques with the Account Management teams to aid growing conversion and sales revenue.
* Working closely alongside the regional teams, branches and head office support centre
* Collating customer feedback to key stakeholders keeping the customer at the centre of everything we do
* Responsibility for conducting customer account reviews with the Account Manager and branch management team with a focus on monthly spend, margin, credits, terms, maximising key product group opportunities, potential spend as well as business and garage equipment opportunities
* Maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the automotive aftermarket
* Organising and attending regional business specific customer events
* Attending national and local training events.
Skills and Experience
* Proven 1 2 1 management skills and a track record of developing sales
* Experience of managing a remote team/field based team/multi site management
* Ability to strategically analyse sales data to identify opportunities or areas for concern
* Excellent communications skills
* Ability to interact and influence senior stakeholders
* Be a self starter work autonomously with the ability to organise diaries and work remotely with extensive travel.
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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