Business Development Manager

Date: 29 Jul 2026

Are you a commercially-driven sales leader who thrives on winning new business? LKQ is looking for a
Business Development Manager
to spearhead customer growth across our strategically important accounts, selling directly to local mechanics and garages.

This is a high-impact, high-visibility role for someone who loves the thrill of the chase — identifying opportunities, building relationships from the ground up, and turning prospects into long-term, transacting customers.

• Competitive Salary
  – We regularly review our salaries to keep your earnings competitive.
• Enhanced Annual Leave
  – 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.
• Pension Contributions
  – We invest in your future with our contributory pension scheme.
• 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.

• Designing and executing targeted sales strategies that generate new business and grow our transacting customer base among local mechanics and garages
• Getting under the skin of customer needs to craft bespoke solutions that set LKQ apart from the competition
• Staying ahead of the curve on market trends, competitor activity, and garage scheme propositions within the independent garage sector
• Owning your numbers — delivering against KPIs focused on new business acquisition and customer growth
• Partnering closely with Area Sales, Operations, Concept Account Management, and Specialist Sales teams to bring strategies to life
• Championing collaboration across LKQ channels to keep everyone aligned and pulling in the same direction
• Coaching and mentoring the wider sales team, setting the standard for best-practice sales behaviours

• A proven track record of strong sales performance in a leadership capacity
• A genuine customer-first mindset, with real experience growing and retaining business accounts
• Confidence using data to shape commercial decisions and sharpen performance
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-influencing skills — you can hold your own in any room
• A natural networker who builds trust and collaborates seamlessly across teams
• The independence and strategic thinking to make smart calls fast, in a fast-moving environment

You’ll be joining a business that’s serious about growth — and serious about the people who drive it. This is a role with real autonomy, real influence, and a real opportunity to build lasting relationships with the local mechanics and garages who keep the trade moving.