Business Development Manager

Job Overview

Drive Growth. Build Relationships. Make Your Mark.

A strategic role focused on driving growth, customer retention and new business acquisition within the LKQ Bodyshop channel. The role plays a critical part in 
accelerating business growth by identifying new opportunities, building strong customer relationships, and developing strategies to expand market presence.

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

•  Manage the retention and grow the accounts of defined customer partners, ensuring long-term relationships. 
• Identify new market opportunities through customer meetings, networking activities and leads provided by the Account Management Team.
• Develop and execute strategic business plans to secure new contracts and acquire new customers.
• Analyse market trends and competitor activity to identify potential opportunities and leads.
• Create and deliver tailored proposals and presentations to address customer needs and align with Company objectives.
• Negotiate commercial terms, contracts and agreements with customers to secure favourable outcomes for the Company.
• Lead the negotiation and closing of deals to achieve and exceed revenue and growth targets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on strategies.
• Drive and deliver new business initiatives that support business growth.
• Support the Account Management Team to deliver growth within their areas. 

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.