Divisional Business Development Manager

Euro Car Parts Ltd.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Annual Leave

Career Growth

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym Discounts

Healthcare Perks

Cycle to Work

Staff Discounts

Job summary

LKQ is seeking a Business Development Manager in the United Kingdom to lead new business growth with local mechanics and garages. The role emphasizes designing strategic sales plans, building lasting client relationships, and driving coverage across key accounts to convert opportunities into ongoing, high-value customers.

You will work with Area Sales, Operations, and Specialist Sales teams to shape market propositions and deliver against KPIs.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leadership in sales.
• Experience growing and retaining business accounts.
• Data-driven approach to commercial decisions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder influence.

Responsibilities

• Designing and executing targeted sales strategies that generate new business and grow our transacting customer base among local mechanics and garages
• Getting under the skin of customer needs to craft bespoke solutions that set LKQ apart from the competition
• Staying ahead of the curve on market trends, competitor activity, and garage scheme propositions within the independent garage sector
• Owning your numbers — delivering against KPIs focused on new business acquisition and customer growth
• Partnering closely with Area Sales, Operations, Concept Account Management, and Specialist Sales teams to bring strategies to life
• Championing collaboration across LKQ channels to keep everyone aligned and pulling in the same direction
• Coaching and mentoring the wider sales team, setting the standard for best-practice sales behaviours

Skills

Sales leadership

Customer-first mindset

Data-driven decisions

Communication

Networking

Strategic thinking

Job description

Job Overview

Drive Growth. Build Relationships. Make Your Mark. Are you a commercially-driven sales leader who thrives on winning new business? LKQ is looking for a Business Development Manager to spearhead customer growth across our strategically important accounts, selling directly to local mechanics and garages. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role for someone who loves the thrill of the chase — identifying opportunities, building relationships from the ground up, and turning prospects into long-term, transacting customers.

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

• Designing and executing targeted sales strategies that generate new business and grow our transacting customer base among local mechanics and garages
• Getting under the skin of customer needs to craft bespoke solutions that set LKQ apart from the competition
• Staying ahead of the curve on market trends, competitor activity, and garage scheme propositions within the independent garage sector
• Owning your numbers — delivering against KPIs focused on new business acquisition and customer growth
• Partnering closely with Area Sales, Operations, Concept Account Management, and Specialist Sales teams to bring strategies to life
• Championing collaboration across LKQ channels to keep everyone aligned and pulling in the same direction
• Coaching and mentoring the wider sales team, setting the standard for best-practice sales behaviours

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.