Reference Number: 14030
Location:
Abergele, GB, LL22 7LA Trafford Park, GB, M17 1DB Chester, GB, CH1 4LX Liverpool, GB, L5 9YN
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Date: 29 Jul 2026
Company: LKQ Euro Car Parts
Job Overview
Drive Growth. Build Relationships. Make Your Mark.
Are you a commercially-driven sales leader who thrives on winning new business? LKQ is looking for a Business Development Manager to spearhead customer growth across our strategically important accounts, selling directly to local mechanics and garages.
This is a high-impact, high-visibility role for someone who loves the thrill of the chase — identifying opportunities, building relationships from the ground up, and turning prospects into long-term, transacting customers.
What we offer
Competitive Salary – We regularly review our salaries to keep your earnings competitive.
Enhanced Annual Leave – 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.
Pension Contributions – We invest in your future with our contributory pension scheme.
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
Designing and executing targeted sales strategies that generate new business and grow our transacting customer base among local mechanics and garages
Getting under the skin of customer needs to craft bespoke solutions that set LKQ apart from the competition
Staying ahead of the curve on market trends, competitor activity, and garage scheme propositions within the independent garage sector
Owning your numbers — delivering against KPIs focused on new business acquisition and customer growth
Partnering closely with Area Sales, Operations, Concept Account Management, and Specialist Sales teams to bring strategies to life
Championing collaboration across LKQ channels to keep everyone aligned and pulling in the same direction
Coaching and mentoring the wider sales team, setting the standard for best-practice sales behaviours
Skills and Experience
A proven track record of strong sales performance in a leadership capacity
A genuine customer-first mindset, with real experience growing and retaining business accounts
Confidence using data to shape commercial decisions and sharpen performance
Excellent communication and stakeholder-influencing skills — you can hold your own in any room
A natural networker who builds trust and collaborates seamlessly across teams
The independence and strategic thinking to make smart calls fast, in a fast-moving environment
Why Work for LKQ
You'll be joining a business that's serious about growth — and serious about the people who drive it. This is a role with real autonomy, real influence, and a real opportunity to build lasting relationships with the local mechanics and garages who keep the trade moving.
Ready to lead from the front? Apply today.
