Branch Manager Designate

Euro Car Parts Ltd.; Woking; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Enhanced annual leave

Career growth

Life assurance

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Exclusive gym discounts

Healthcare perks

Cycle to work scheme

Retail & staff discounts

Job summary

LKQ UK & Ireland is seeking a Branch Manager to lead a dedicated team and drive performance across sales, logistics and customer service. You will oversee all branch operations to meet daily targets and KPIs while developing staff and upholding a safety-first culture.

The role involves HR activities, succession planning, and recruitment, with a typical 46-hour week from 8am to 6pm on weekdays and alternating Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience required.
• Strong communication to build relationships and drive customer connectivity.
• High focus, energy and drive to achieve targets.
• Good business acumen and understanding of branch operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a large branch team with line management responsibility.
• Own all branch sales, operations, resources and customer service to meet daily targets and KPIs.
• Actively participate in HR activities including performance management and recruitment.
• Champion health and safety, drive a safety-first culture and compliance with branch standards.
• Demonstrate company values and customer-focused mindset within the branch.
• Collaborate with field teams to maximise customer opportunities.
• Typical schedule: 46 hours per week, Monday–Friday 8am–6pm, alternate Saturdays 8am–4pm.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Energy and drive

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.

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.