Sales Manager

LKQ Europe; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle parts provider is seeking a motivated Sales Team Leader in Stevenage, UK. This role involves leading a sales team, managing sales and customer service to meet KPIs, and fostering strong client relationships. The ideal candidate should have leadership experience and a passion for sales. Great communication skills and a proven track record in sales will be essential. This position offers various competitive perks, including enhanced annual leave and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Enhanced Annual Leave

Exciting Career Growth

Life Assurance

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Exclusive Gym Discounts

Comprehensive Healthcare Perks

Cycle to Work Scheme

Retail & Staff Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership, motivating, and driving your own sales team.
• Great communication skills, to build strong relationships.
• Proven track record of accomplishments in managing key accounts.

Responsibilities

• Support your Branch Manager in motivating and managing a large sales team.
• Manage sales, resource, and customer service to meet KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with branch standards for balanced performance.
• Involved in HR, performance management, and recruitment.
• Promote a customer-focused mindset.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Sales experience

Account management

Organised and resourceful

Job description

Job Overview

Join LKQ UK & Ireland as a Sales Team Leader and inspire a team to deliver exceptional results and outstanding customer service. You'll lead by example, drive performance, and support your team in achieving sales targets and building strong client relationships. If you're a motivational leader with a passion for sales, this is your opportunity to shine.

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

• Working with your Branch Manager to support them in motivating a large team this includes line management responsibility for the sales team
• Managing sales, resource, and customer service within the branch, to ensure both sales and operations KPIs are met
• As part of the management team, you will have supervisory responsibilities to help deliver a great performance across key business measures and in line with the Company's core values
• Ensuring the branch is fully compliant in line with the branch standards to maintain a balanced performance
• Have an enthusiastic willingness to have a daily involvement in HR, performance management, succession planning and recruitment our people are our most valuable asset
• Supporting not only in external recruitment and inductions to ensure it is right first time, yet also with internal development, identifying and developing existing talent within the business
• Promote a customer focused mindset, to ensure that the customer is kept at the heart of what we do

Skills and Experience

• Experience in leadership, motivating, and driving your own sales team
• Great communication skills, to build strong relationships with your colleagues, customers, and stakeholders
• Sales experience
• Proven track record of accomplishments in managing key accounts, demonstrating the ability to establish, build, and maintain these
• Organised and resourceful

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.