Head of Aftersales

Inchcape; Remote; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global automotive distributor is seeking a Group Head of Aftersales Operations to lead aftersales strategies and enhance performance across markets. The role demands extensive experience in senior aftersales roles, with a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement. Candidates should have a strong commercial understanding and be skilled in achieving results in complex environments. Join a dynamic team shaping the future of automotive distribution.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace culture

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experienced within a senior aftersales role, including leading LCV operations.
• Commercially savvy with expertise in parts, service, and workshop management.
• Adept at creating and scaling performance improvement programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of core aftersales KPIs and reporting.
• Develop and maintain Aftersales Playbooks and toolkits.
• Identify and enable new revenue opportunities across parts and services.

Skills

Experience in senior aftersales roles

Commercial and operational acumen

Influencing without authority

Knowledge of aftersales systems

Fluency in English

Job description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

This role can be based in any of our European Markets

Do you want to lead in a dynamic business that’s transforming global automotive distribution? At Inchcape, we’re pursuing an exciting strategy to evolve our global business and accelerate our industry towards a low-carbon, sustainable future.

Join Inchcape Group HQ, part of Inchcape’s global network. You’ll be instrumental in executing our bold and exciting strategy, delivering great experiences for our customers, colleagues and partners. Powering the performance of a highly collaborative team of diverse and talented colleagues.

Our team is seeking Group Head of Aftersales Operations, focused on supporting and elevating global teams across passenger and commercial vehicle segments. This position champions collaboration, enabling markets to share knowledge and pursue excellence together. You’ll help define global standards, develop playbooks, and drive process improvements that unlock commercial growth. By fostering best practices and continuous learning, you’ll ensure every market can maximize performance and profitability. Join us in shaping a culture where everyone’s expertise and ideas contribute to success.

What you’ll do

• Lead the creation of core aftersales KPIs and reporting to track global performance and profitability.
• Monitor market performance, focusing on driving parts, accessories, and LCV/Fleet revenue growth.
• Develop and maintain Aftersales Playbooks, processes, and toolkits to build capability across all markets.
• Establish and lead global communities of practice, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.
• Provide expert guidance to markets on diverse aftersales models, brand integration, and new OEM launches.
• Support system upgrades, training, and process improvements that align with commercial goals and enhance customer experience.
• Identify and enable new revenue opportunities across parts, services, and digital platforms while improving operational efficiency.
• Stay ahead of technological and commercial trends—such as EVs, remote diagnostics, and AI—to shape future‑ready aftersales strategies.

About you

To be successful in this role you’ll be

• Experienced within a senior aftersales role, including leading LCV operations at a regional or global level.
• Commercially and operationally savvy, with deep expertise in parts, service, and workshop management.
• Be skilled at influencing performance without direct line authority, thriving in complex, matrixed, and multinational environments.
• Experienced in shaping aftersales strategy across both mature and developing markets, working with a variety of OEMs—including Chinese and EV‑only brands.
• Adept at creating and scaling toolkits, playbooks, and performance improvement programs that deliver measurable results.
• Highly knowledgeable in aftersales systems and tools, including DMS, service planning platforms, and data analytics.
• Collaborative, pragmatic, and data‑driven, with a talent for engaging and influencing diverse stakeholders.
• Fluent in English, with additional languages seen as an advantage.

If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit we’re looking for. Join our team and become part of a leading global automotive company that istransforming tomorrow, together.

Opportunity for everyone

At Inchcape, inclusion accelerates our success. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to thrive. We foster an inclusive culture that reflects the communities we serve, ensuring opportunities for all. Click here to learn more about our commitment to Inclusion and Diversity.

About us

Inchcape is the leading global automotive distributor operating in 38 markets. We partner with some of the biggest brands in the business to sustainably power better mobility today and in the future.

Our diverse global team of over 16,000 talented colleagues foster an inclusive and collaborative culture, delivering a brilliant experience for our customers and partners. We’re a dynamic and fast‑growing business, driving the transformation of our industry and redefining tomorrow. Find out more visitwww.inchcape.com

Additional information request

Selected candidates will be contacted to initiate our hiring journey. We may request additional information from applicants to better understand your background, qualifications and experience for the role.

For any technical support please email to [e-mail]