Divisional Sales Manager – UK & Ireland, Lubricants

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. Develop and maintain relationships working in cohesion with AAG Sales Directors and Business Development Managers .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeBirmingham • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sales within the Automotive Replacement Parts Industry, with a strong focus on Automotive Lubricants and the ability to build long-term customer relationships. Proven ability to develop and execute marketing plans while leveraging technical support to enhance market share.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Sales Success In Automotive Replacement PartsKnowledge Of Automotive LubricantsExcellent Communication SkillsHunter Mentality For Sales OpportunitiesCommercial Acumen

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Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsSelf-MotivatedGoal-Oriented

Industry Keywords

Customer ServiceMarket ShareTechnical AssistanceSales PresentationsTrade ShowsMarketing PlanPrivate-Label Brand PortfolioProduct DevelopmentAutomotive IndustrySales Reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain relationships working in cohesion with AAG Sales Directors and Business Development Managers
Conduct sales presentations to motor factor business
Convert competitor lubricant business to AAG supply
Assist motor factors to sell through to workshops with technical assistance
Increase AAG’s market share within the lubricant sector in line with budgets
Serve as the main point of contact for customers, addressing enquiries and providing exceptional customer service
Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions, and industry events
Coordinate technical support with the commercial and marketing team
Assist in developing the 12-month marketing plan, including advertising, PR, and promotions
Report on campaign performance
Leverage the private-label brand portfolio to secure specialist deals
Complete weekly reports covering customer visits, technical calls, sales-out data, and other market-share-critical data, including price changes
Identify catalogue gaps and product-development opportunities monthly
Work with supply partners’ technical, sales, and marketing teams to develop opportunities
Report to the AAG UK DC Sales Director

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven track record of success of sales in the Automotive Replacement Parts Industry (Essential)
Strong knowledge of Automotive Lubricants
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish long-term relationships
Hunter like mentality, able to demonstrate the ability to identify and pursue sales opportunities
Excellent commercial acumen
Self-motivated and goal-oriented with the ability to work independently
Willingness to travel for customer visits, trade shows, and events as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement