Key Account Manager

Job OverviewWe’re looking for a Key Account Manager to build and maintain strong relationships with some of LKQ UK & Ireland’s most valued clients. You’ll deliver strategic support, identify growth opportunities, and ensure exceptional service across every interaction. If you excel at managing high-value partnerships and driving results, this role is the perfect fit.What we offerCompetitive 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 ResponsibilitiesPromoting a customer focused mindset to ensure the customer is at the heart of everything we doWorking collaboratively with the field based teams to ensure we are maximising on customer opportunitiesDelivering a personalised customer experience to build a deep rapport with Key Customer personnelEstablishing productive, professional relationships with board level and senior operational personnel in target customer accounts.Business development activities to expand the company main dealer portfolio within the channel through sourcing, acquisition and developing new business.Working to deliver a balanced performance across key business metrics and KPI measures in line with business and channel goals and objectivesUtilising relevant business data to understand the opportunities across channelCollecting and analysing competitor activity, ensuring the team are aware of competitor promotionsManaging the branch in growing unique spending customers, increasing both wallet and market share.Managing clear and consistent pricing terms and rebates to maintain a fair and healthy profit marginContract and tender negotiations and submissionsMeeting assigned targets for profitable sales volume and strategic objectives in assigned accounts/new accountsProactively lead a joint company strategic account planning process that develops mutual performance objective, financial targets, and critical milestoneSkills and ExperienceProven track record of acquiring and developing new and existing businessProven effective planning and organisational skillsProficient working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Power PointProven effective communication skills, a confident cross functional communicator with the ability to influence at board levelPro active commercial problem solver and analystWhy Work for LKQPeople 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.