LKQ Corporation

Strategic Account Manager

LKQ Corporation$70K — $95K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED required.
  • Prior experience in Outside Sales preferred.
  • Regular weekday travel availability, including weekends and occasional overnight trips for trade shows.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills essential.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills needed.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with customers and teams.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Solicit and sell products to new and existing customers daily.
  • Present product information and availability to clients.
  • Make sales presentations tailored to customer needs.
  • Follow company policies and procedures consistently.
  • Prospect for new accounts using provided leads.
  • Visit newly established and high-potential accounts regularly.
  • Collaborate with Inside Sales staff on customer and account development.

Benefits

  • Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA options.
  • Wellness Benefits: Access to health resources and support programs.
  • Financial Security: 401(k) with company match, life insurance and disability coverage.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays for work-life balance.
  • Education Support: Tuition Assistance and Scholarships for dependents offered.
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program to incentivize recommendations.
  • Employee Purchase Discounts available for staff.
  • Professional Opportunities: Ongoing training and leadership development to further careers.
  • Inclusive Culture: Team-driven environment that values innovation and integrity.
Full Job Description
Strategic Account Manager

Role Summary

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.

Key Responsibilities
  • 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
  • Setting up product displays
  • Scheduling maintenance
  • Communicate effectively with the Regional Manager via remote technology
  • Assuming other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
  • 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.
  • Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to communicate concisely with internal and external customers.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to support business objectives.
  • Must be able to thrive in a group/team environment.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Some college coursework/degree preferred.
  • Prior B2B sales or account management experience

Employees are offered opportunities to learn and grow using competitive training programs, coaching, communication, and collaboration. As a result, empowered employees are encouraged to pursue both functional and upward mobility within the company. In addition, Strategic Account Managers will also receive:
  • Lucrative incentive and awards programs that pay you for your results
  • 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

We Offer:
  • 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
  • Employee Purchase Discounts
  • Professional Opportunities: Ongoing training, internal growth, and leadership development
  • Inclusive Culture: Team-driven environment that values innovation and integrity
Ready to Join Our Team?
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. Apply today!
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About LKQ Corporation

LKQ Corporation is the largest nationwide provider of alternative collision replacement parts and a leading provider of recycled engines and transmission and remanufactured engines, all in connection with the repair of automobiles and other vehicles. LKQ also has operations in the United Kingdom, the Benelux, France, Canada, Mexico and Central America. LKQ operates more than 500 facilities, offering its customers a broad range of replacement systems, components and parts to repair automobiles and light, medium and heavy-duty trucks. LKQ Corporation was founded in 1998 with the purchase of Triplett Automotive Recycling of Akron, Ohio. We sought out to build a company that would gain a reputation for the quality and consistency it offered. Some in the industry doubted that a new national conglomerate could successfully accomplish, and cost-effectively garner, this reputation from customers, as customers from one side of the country received parts from an unknown supplier. Despite such concerns, LKQ grew into a network of 38 salvage yards and 12 distribution centers, operating across the continental US by the early 2000s.

LKQ Corporation Careers

Join the dynamic team at LKQ Corporation, a leading provider of alternative and specialty parts to repair and accessorize automobiles and other vehicles. LKQ is a vibrant hub of professional growth, innovation, and leadership, making it an ideal place for you to advance your career.

Work You’ll Do

At LKQ Corporation, you’ll be part of a unique culture that values diversity, teamwork, and continuous professional development. Engage in meaningful work that drives substantial growth in the automotive industry and helps keep millions of vehicles on the road.

Explore Job Opportunities

LKQ Corporation offers a wide range of job opportunities that cater to diverse skills and experiences. Whether you’re looking for an entry-level position or a more senior role, you’ll find a path that suits your career ambitions.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with LKQ’s internship programs. These opportunities are designed to give you hands-on experience and insights into the automotive parts industry, enhancing your resume and building essential skills for future employment.

Professional Growth and Benefits

We believe in nurturing our team’s potential by offering robust benefits and opportunities for career advancement. LKQ invests in professional development programs, including leadership training and diversity workshops, to ensure you’re equipped for success.

Innovation and Leadership

Join a team that’s at the forefront of the automotive industry. At LKQ Corporation, innovation is at the core of what we do. We lead the market not just in products and services but also in ideas and strategies that redefine what a parts provider can be.

Networking and Team Culture

Our company thrives on a culture of collaboration and respect. Networking within LKQ opens doors to influential industry contacts, mentorship, and the exchange of ideas across our global team. We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Hiring Process

Ready to drive your future forward with LKQ Corporation? Our hiring process is straightforward. Start by exploring open positions that match your skills and interests. Submit your resume, and if there’s a fit, we’ll invite you for an interview to discuss how your background, skills, and aspirations align with the goals of LKQ Corporation.

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Whether you’re seeking a career in management, logistics, customer service, or technical expertise, LKQ Corporation is the place to be. Let’s drive the future together! [SEARCH LKQ JOBS] [READ CAREERS BLOG] [SUBSCRIBE TO JOB ALERT EMAILS] At LKQ Corporation, we’re more than just a company – we’re a community. Join us and help shape the future of the automotive parts industry.
Learn more about LKQ Corporation
Size
46,000 employees
Market Cap
$14.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$638.4 million
Founded
1998
5 Year Trend
+8.8%
Revenue
$11.6 billion
NASDAQ

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