Branch Manager
About this role
Job Overview
Take the lead at LKQ UK & Ireland as a Branch Manager, where you'll be responsible for driving performance, leading a dedicated team, and delivering outstanding service to our customers. You'll oversee all aspects of branch operations, from sales and logistics to team development and customer satisfaction. If you're a results-focused leader with a passion for excellence, this is the perfect opportunity to make your mark.
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 and motivating a large team to put their best foot forward this includes line management responsibility for the branch team
- Full responsibility for all sales, operations, resource and customer service within the branch in order to ensure that we hit our daily sales targets and operational KPIs
- Have an enthusiastic willingness to have a daily involvement in HR, performance management, succession planning and recruitment our people are our most valuable asset
- Ensure compliance with Health and Safety and branch standards we need you to lead from the front and drive our safety first culture
- Actively demonstrate behaviour in line with our Company core values
- Promote a customer focused mindset within the branch
- Work collaboratively with our field based teams to ensure that we are maximising on customer opportunity
- Average of 46 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 8am 6pm and alternate Saturdays from 8am 4pm
Skills and Experience
- Leadership experience
- Great communication skills demonstrate the ability to develop customer relationships and drive customer connectivity
- High levels of focus, energy and drive
- Good business acumen
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.
Company at a glance
LKQ DACH, headquartered in Poing near Munich, is one of the leading players in car parts wholesale in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Around 5,800 employees work for the group of companies at 166 locations. In addition to trading in automotive spare parts, accessories, workshop equipment and tools, LKQ DACH offers comprehensive service packages for the entire automotive repair industry. LKQ DACH includes Stahlgruber GmbH in Poing, PV Automotive GmbH in Essen, Neimcke GmbH & Co. KG in Mühldorf am Inn, Stahlgruber Gesellschaft m.b.H. in Wals near Salzburg, Austria, and Rhiag Group GmbH in Switzerland. LKQ DACH is part of LKQ Europe with headquarters in Zug, Switzerland.
Top Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Enhanced annual leave
- Life assurance
- Employee assistance programme
- Gym discounts
- Healthcare perks
- Cycle to work scheme
- Retail and staff discounts
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