Branch Manager

LKQ Europe; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Enhanced Annual Leave (Bank Holidays)

Career Growth across UK & Europe

Life Assurance

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Exclusive Gym Discounts

Healthcare Perks (online GP, hospital)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Retail & Staff Discounts

Job summary

LKQ UK & Ireland is seeking a Branch Manager in Portsmouth to lead a large branch team, drive performance and deliver outstanding service to customers. You will oversee sales, operations, logistics and customer satisfaction, with a daily hands-on approach to develop people and ensure targets are met.

The role requiresstrong leadership, communication and a customer-focused mindset, with collaboration across field teams and a commitment to safety and excellence.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a supervisory or management role.
• Ability to build and maintain customer relationships.
• Strong focus on results, safety and team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a large branch team to achieve targets.
• Own all sales, operations, resources and customer service for the branch.
• Engage in HR activities including performance management and recruitment.
• Drive Health & Safety compliance and a safety-first culture.
• Demonstrate the company values and uphold a customer-focused mindset.
• Collaborate with field teams to maximise customer opportunities.
• Typically 46 hours per week, Monday–Friday 8am–6pm with alternate Saturdays 8am–4pm.

Skills

Leadership experience

Great communication

High energy

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.