Branch Manager

LKQ Europe GmbH; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Enhanced Annual Leave (Including BankH

Exciting Career Growth

Life Assurance for Peace of Mind

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Exclusive Gym Discounts

Comprehensive Healthcare Perks

Cycle to Work Scheme

Retail & Staff Discounts

Job summary

LKQ UK & Ireland is seeking a Branch Manager to lead a dedicated team across sales, logistics and service, delivering excellent customer outcomes. You will oversee branch operations, drive performance and ensure a strong safety culture while representing our values.

The role requires leadership experience and a hands-on approach with HR, recruitment and performance management. Expect a 46-hour week, Monday–Friday 8am–6pm with alternate Saturdays 8am–4pm, and opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Leadership experience
• Excellent communication skills to develop customer relationships
• High levels of focus, energy and drive
• Good business acumen

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a large team with line management responsibility for the branch team
• Own all sales, operations, resource and customer service within the branch to meet daily sales targets and KPIs
• Involve in HR, performance management, succession planning and recruitment
• Champion Health and Safety and drive a safety-first culture across the branch
• Demonstrate behaviours aligned with company core values
• Foster a customer-focused mindset within the branch
• Collaborate with field-based teams to maximise customer opportunities
• Average of 46 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8am–6pm and alternate Saturdays 8am–4pm

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Focus

Business acumen

Job description

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.