NAPA Auto Parts UK & Ireland is a leading provider of high-quality parts, tools, and equipment dedicated to light vehicle (LV) mechanics and automotive enthusiasts. As part of the globally renowned NAPA network, which has over 6,000 locations worldwide, NAPA Auto Parts UK & Ireland brings a century of expertise along with a trusted reputation for quality, reliability, and excellence.
With more than 260 locations across the UK and Ireland, NAPA Auto Parts supplies a comprehensive range of products sourced from top original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), OE‑matched quality suppliers, and exclusive brands. These products are tailored to meet the needs of independent garages, motor factors, and automotive enthusiasts, helping to keep vehicles running smoothly and efficiently. Learn more at https://linktr.ee/napaautopartsuk_ireland.
We are currently looking for a Business Development Manager (BDM).
As the BDM, you will be specifically accountable for delivering sales and margin growth for your customer base. The successful candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining strong customer relationships within their targeted territory.
Responsibilities
Confident in building sales strategies and tactics within the required territory
Proven ability to communicate effectively with Branch, Regional and Senior Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, field‑based trainers, and product managers
Effectively analyse business intelligence software
Able to influence branch management and the sales team
Qualifications
Dynamic and performance‑oriented individual with strong negotiation and selling skills
Commercial awareness and good knowledge of competitor activity and market conditions
Extensive experience with customer account management
Previous experience delivering sales and margin growth within a business‑to‑business environment
Experience in finding and developing new business
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong training and presentation skills
Work well under pressure towards deadlines
In return we offer
An opportunity to join a global brand and market leader
Exclusive discounts and cashback from 1,000s of major retailers and grocers via the AAG Benefits App, including Tesco, Boots and Just Eat
Opportunities for career progression and bespoke training
Free pension advice from our standard pension provider
Free access to Health, Wellbeing and Financial tools
Potential to earn a performance‑based bonus, paid monthly
Discount on car parts
Other Details
Company Car
Mobile Phone
Alliance Automotive Group is an equal opportunities employer.