Regional Performance Manager

Avant Consult Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Breakfasts and fruit

Birthday surprises

Job summary

Avant Consult Ltd, a market-leading automotive aftermarket partner, is seeking an Account Director - Vehicle Manufacturer to join our Automotive team in the UK. You will manage a defined group of Dealers and Bodyshops, nurturing relationships to maximise network compliance, engagement and profitability.

You will analyse performance data to ensure Retailers and Bodyshops meet targets, carry out audits and vehicle inspections, and promote continuous improvement across regions.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of automotive and collision repair sectors.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation abilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation and numeracy skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support client programme objectives within the region.
• Achieve KPIs across allocated Bodyshops and Dealers.
• Identify opportunities to improve performance and profitability.
• Coach Bodyshops on Business Improvement Plans.
• Report data from BMS and monitor quality.
• Interpret performance data and assist in estimate optimisation.
• Publish monthly regional reports and plan improvements.
• Conduct Performance Review meetings with Dealers/Bodyshops.
• Carry out vehicle inspections and audits to drive improvement.
• Promote programmes including Preferred Supplier and Insurance Products.

Skills

Automotive sector knowledge

Analytical capability

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Driving licence

Negotiation

Team player

Time management

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Budget awareness

Tools

MS Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Bodyshop Management Systems

Job description

Location: Southern England / Remote / Field Based

Department: Automotive

Contract type: Permanent / Full-time

About the role

We’re looking for a Account Director - Vehicle Manufacturer to join our Automotive team and play a key role in supporting one of our key motor manufacturer clients. Responsible for a defined group of Dealers and Bodyshops, the Account Director - Vehicle Manufacturer will work to manage and nurture these relationships to maximise network compliance, engagement and profit opportunities for all parties with a key focus on increasing repair volumes within the authorised network.

The Account Director - Vehicle Manufacturer will analyse and interpret key performance data to ensure Retailers and Bodyshops meet their targets and business objectives, making informed recommendations and decisions based on factual insight. The Account Director - Vehicle Manufacturer will manage their regions engagement regarding work providers, promoting the benefits to maximise vehicle repair volumes. The Account Director - Vehicle Manufacturer will also carry out periodic audits and vehicle inspections to verify repair accuracy, correct parts usage and compliance with work provider SLAs and programme standards.

Avant Consult Ltd is a market-leading independent organisation specialising in the provision of solutions across all aspects of the automotive aftermarket. We are a trusted partner to leading automotive and insurance brands and support them in delivering first-class services with our proven track record of delivering optimal outcomes and award-winning programmes.

Avant Consult Ltd is a part of Activate Group which is a growing UK business with 1,000+ team members nationwide. This is an exciting opportunity to build a long-term career with a company that values its people and offers genuine development and progression opportunities.

Key responsibilities

• Support and implement the client’s strategic programme objectives within the region.
• Ensure all Programme KPIs are achieved across allocated Bodyshops and Dealers.
• Identify opportunities to improve business performance, increase repair volume, and enhance profitability; coach Bodyshops on creating and delivering effective Business Improvement Plans.
• Ensure all Bodyshops report accurately, prioritising data sourced directly from their BMS and monitor data quality and completeness.
• Interpret key performance data (e.g., K2K, average repair cost, parts usage) and support Bodyshops in estimate optimisation.
• Produce monthly regional reports and use insights to plan and deliver targeted improvement activity.
• Conduct regular Performance Review meetings with Dealers and Bodyshops.
• Carry out vehicle inspections and standards audits, reviewing results with Bodyshops to drive continuous improvement.
• Manage audit performance to ensure Audit FTPR targets are met.
• Complete visit reports and action plans within the Bodyshop portal in a timely and accurate manner.
• Proactively promote Bodyshop programmes, including Preferred Supplier, Accident Management, Total Loss Avoidance, and Insurance Products.
• Review customer satisfaction results and ensure all negative feedback is addressed with appropriate rectification actions.
• Develop and support the Minor Damage Repair network within the region, embedding standards and best practice.

Skills and experience

• Extensive knowledge of the automotive and collision repair sectors.
• Strong automotive commercial awareness; Aftersales and Retailer experience advantageous.
• High analytical capability with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and generate actionable insights.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, supported by strong numeracy and literacy.
• Highly self‑motivated, organised, flexible, and able to use initiative.
• Proven ability to meet agreed targets within strict deadlines.
• Strong written, verbal, and listening skills.
• Excellent IT proficiency, including advanced skills in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong understanding and practical knowledge of Bodyshop Management Systems.
• Resourceful and proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• Excellent time‑management and organisational discipline.
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Competent negotiator with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

We believe in rewarding our people for the great work they do. When you join Activate Group, you can expect:

• 33 days holiday, including bank holidays
• Personal health cash plan – claim back the cost of everyday healthcare such as dental and optical check-ups
• Awesome? Actually let me correct to: Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental pay
• Life assurance at three times your basic salary
• Free breakfasts and fresh fruit
• A birthday surprise for everyone

What you can expect from us

At Activate Group, we want everyone to have the tools and support they need to do their best work. We’re an innovative business that continuously reviews and improves our systems, processes and ways of working, making sure they support our teams to do their jobs effectively.

Every role at Activate Group is aligned to our wider business vision and purpose – making someone’s bad day better. You’ll understand how your role contributes to the bigger picture and how your work helps deliver excellent outcomes for customer and partners.

We believe work should be enjoyable. We make time to celebrate success, recognise achievements and bring people together at team events and company‑wide celebrations. We’ll also support your ongoing development through regular feedback and career planning.

Whether you’re based in one of our contact centres in Halifax, Peterborough or Huddersfield, working at an Activate Accident Repair (AAR) site, or working from home, you’ll be part of a supportive culture where people are encouraged to succeed.

A bit about us

Activate Group is a fast‑growing business approaching 1,000 team members nationwide.

We work with some of the UK’s largest fleets and insurance companies, supporting drivers that have been involved in road incidents through our contact centres in Halifax, Peterborough and Huddersfield.

We work with the UK’s largest vehicle manufacturers, supporting their approved repair programmes, and deliver innovative technology solutions to fleets, vehicle repair centres and dealerships.

Our purpose & values

Our purpose underpins everything we do: Make someone’s bad day better

Our values define how we work with our team members, customers and suppliers:

• Make it happen – Be accountable. Take the initiative, work fast, and do a great job.
• Strive for better – Be bold. Challenge the norm - make small improvements often.
• Win together – Be a team player. Win together, learn together, respect each other.