Account Manager
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Position Overview & Specifications
LKQ Collision & Coatings Account Manager - Weston-Super-Mare, Exeter & Frome
The Account Manager for LKQ Coatings and Collision will be specifically accountable for delivering exceptional customer service across the branch networkβs existing and potential customer base, whilst maximising profitable sales of paint, consumables, aftermarket parts, tools and equipment and services. As an industry expert, the role will be responsible for building and maintaining strong customer relationships in the targeted territory.
Key Accountabilities:
- Delivering LKQ Coatings and Collisions proposition to grow sales of paint, consumables, parts, tools, equipment and services
- Creating strong leads and opportunities for all of LKQ Euro Car Partsβ channels, ensuring compliance across all marketing and promotional activity both internally and externally
- Identifying existing, lapsed and new business opportunities within branch specific geographical areas
- You will be responsible for conducting customer account reviews with a focus on monthly spend and margin
- You will be developing positive and professional working relationships with key internal stakeholders whilst maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the automotive aftermarket
- Your role will be to act as a key member of the LKQ Euro Car Partsβ Business Development team, actively demonstrating the standards, behaviours and values of the team to drive effective teamwork across the business
Experience needed:
- Previous Account Management or Business Development experience
- Knowledge of the automotive/bodyshop industry
- Have a customer first mindset
Our benefits include:
- Pension scheme
- Staff discount on all company products
- Access to an online discount and benefits portal for major retailers, restaurants, local attractions, cinema tickets, holiday discounts, plus much more
- Discount gym membership
- Death in service scheme
- 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme
- Financial Education and Wellbeing Hub
- Bonus schemes
LKQ Euro Car Parts sits at the heart of the automotive aftermarket, supplying an unrivalled range of vehicle parts to over 18,000 customers through a world-class logistics operation in the UK and Ireland. But weβre so much more than just a parts supplier β we lead the market through innovative digital and service offerings, supporting our customers every step of the way as they prepare for the future.
We are a people first organisation β for our colleagues, the customer is at the heart of everything we do, and in turn we put our colleagues at the forefront of our business. As part of a $13bn global organisation, we have a number of exciting roles at local, national and even international levels - all with a highly competitive package. With many of our roles, we are happy to talk about flexible working options too. Weβre looking for people who love what they do, are passionate about delivering only the very best and make it their business to excel, whatever their role. If that sounds like you, apply now.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Automotive Parts & Accessories Stores
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Account Manager roles across LKQ Coatings's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Automotive Parts & Accessories Stores.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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