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Job Overview
Step into a leadership role with LKQ UK & Ireland as a Duty Manager, where you'll oversee daily operations and support a high-performing team. You’ll ensure efficiency, accuracy, and safety while helping to deliver excellent service to our customers. If you're a natural leader with a hands-on approach and warehouse or retail experience, this is your chance to take the next step.
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
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Key Responsibilities
- Oversee warehouse operations, resource allocations and customer service within the branch, including line management responsibility for the General Assistant team
- Ensure all areas of the warehouse always conform to Health and Safety legislation
- Work to deliver a balanced performance across key business metrics and KPI measures in line with business goals and objectives
- Ensure the branch remains fully compliant with branch standards to maintain a balanced performance
- Lead, coach, and develop teams to create the skills and capabilities needed now and for the future
- Hold regular colleague reviews to strengthen colleague engagement and support development
- Work with the Operations Manager to create a robust succession plan throughout the branch
- Ensure branch recruitment is accurate and effective, attracting future talent to the organisation
- Deliver a structured daily briefing to ensure all colleagues understand key objectives and measures
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Hours: Average of 44 hours per week:
- Monday to Friday: 8am – 6pm
- Alternate Saturdays: 8am – 4pm
Skills And Experience
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to develop customer and colleague relationships
- Experience in leading a warehouse operations team with a customer-first attitude
- Knowledge of recruitment processes
- Familiarity with POLines (P L’s) and the booking of in and out stock
- Strong ability to highlight and resolve Health and Safety concerns
- Ability to review, challenge, and develop colleagues to achieve their best performance
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
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