Strategic Account Manager-Partnerships

LKQ Corporation; Texas; On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Keystone Automotive Operations is seeking a Strategic Account Manager to drive sales growth across automotive, RV, and marine aftermarkets. You will manage relationships with wholesale customers and marketplace sellers, identifying revenue opportunities and delivering solutions that support long-term business success.

The role involves traveling to meet clients, presenting products, and collaborating with Inside Sales to develop accounts, while maintaining strong communication with leadership

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prior Outside Sales experience is preferred.
• Willingness to travel regularly, including weekends and national trade shows.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication with internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Solicit, present, and sell products to new and existing customers daily.
• Convey product information and availability to customers using product literature.
• Make sales presentations to new and existing customers.
• Visit established accounts with high upside potential for development.
• Work with Inside Sales on account development and maintenance planning.
• Communicate effectively with the Regional Manager via remote technology.

Skills

Outside Sales

Account Management

B2B Sales

Travel

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Strategic Account Manager

At Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc., we are seeking a Strategic Account Manager to support continued sales growth across the automotive, RV, and marine aftermarkets. This role is responsible for managing and strengthening relationships with established eCommerce businesses and marketplace sellers while serving as the primary point of contact for wholesale customers. The Strategic Account Manager will identify opportunities to increase revenue, strengthen customer partnerships, analyze market trends, and deliver solutions that support long-term business success. This position offers the opportunity to work with industry-leading brands in a collaborative environment focused on performance, customer satisfaction, and strategic growth.

• Soliciting, presenting, and selling products to new and existing customers daily.


• Conveying product information and availability to customers using product literature


• Making sales presentations to new and existing customers.


• Complying with established company policies and procedures.


• Using leads to prospect for possible new accounts.


• Visiting newly established accounts


• Visiting established accounts with a high upside potential for development


• Working as a team with Inside Sales staff on customer issues, account development, regional development, and account maintenance planning


• Communicate effectively with the Regional Manager via remote technology


• High School Diploma/GED.


• Prior Outside Sales experience


• Available for regular weekday travel, sometimes on weekends, and occasionally overnight to national trade shows


• Possess strong time management and organizational skills required.


• Ability to communicate concisely with internal and external customers.


• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to support business objectives.


• Prior B2B sales or account management experience

Keystone Automotive Operations is North America's leading distributor of specialty automotive aftermarket, RV, and marine parts and accessories. Commitment | Customer Service | Execution | Integrity | Leadership | Teamwork | Fun

With over 1,900 dedicated team members worldwide, we believe that our employees are the heart of our success. What can Keystone Automotive Operations do for YOU?

Employees are offered opportunities to learn and grow using competitive training programs, coaching, communication, and collaboration. In addition, Strategic Account Managers will also receive:

• In-depth and onsite sales training in our contact center with a dedicated Training Leader


• Industry-leading product training


• Highly transferable sales and service skills

Why Join Keystone Automotive Operations?

At Keystone Automotive Operations, we’re not just delivering parts, we’re delivering opportunity. Whether you’re behind the wheel, on the phone, or on the road, we offer a culture that prioritizes growth, inclusion, and recognition. Be part of a team that’s driving the future of the automotive aftermarket.

Our comprehensive benefits and development programs are designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally .

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA Options


• Wellness Benefits: Access to HINGE Health, Employee Assistance Program, and more


• Financial Security: 401(k) with company match, Short-term Disability, Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-term Disability


• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays


• Education Support: Tuition Assistance and Scholarships for Dependents


• Employee Referral Bonus Program


• Ongoing training, internal growth, and leadership development

Take the next step in your career and bring your skills as a Strategic Account Manager to a company where they’ll make a real difference.