NAPA Auto Parts was founded in 1925 to meet America’s need for an effective automotive parts distribution system. In the century since, NAPA has exploded across the globe, carrying a reputation of quality and excellence with it. Distributed by Alliance Automotive Group (AAG) in the United Kingdom and Ireland, NAPA has become a market-leading parts brand with a championship-winning motorsport team. Now, over 275 AAG subsidiaries are unifying under the NAPA Auto Parts name, joining the largest network of motor factors in the world. The prestigious NAPA Auto Parts family boasts a staggering 6,000+ locations across the US, Canada, and Australia — and now the United Kingdom and Ireland.

Due to our growth and expansion within our motor factor network, we are looking for an Area Sales Support Manager to join our team.

Having recently entered the Irish market this an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic, highly motivated automotive professionals to help establish and expand our brand in Ireland. An opportunity to be a part of our journey and share in our success as we continue to establish ourselves as a market leader in Ireland, Europe and worldwide.

A high-performing Area Sales Support Manager is required to help us increase our customer acquisition and revenue growth by keeping our company competitive and innovative. You will be responsible for maximising sales and providing analysis and insight into sales performance.

Responsibilities:

• You will be responsible for improving sales and our sales processes within your area.

• Working closely with our branch sales teams to ensure we maximise our sales opportunities and deliver great customer service.

• Build strong relationships with our sales teams. Identify and deliver any required training.

• Improve our sales team by measuring them against set business KPI’s.

• Develop and assist with introducing new products and brands into the ROI market, ensuring our sales team are informed and driven to sell with confidence.

• You will need to be able to identify new business opportunities and develop existing business within your area through well executed sales planning.

• You will also be expected to carry out local market research and monitor and report information about competitor activity.

• Coordinate and assist with the delivery of sales promotions and marketing material.

• Achieve growth in line with budget.

• Assist in customer visits, if required

• High level of commercial awareness

To be successful in this role:

• Experience in developing sales.

• Able to demonstrate leadership, planning and organisational skills.

• Strong level of computer literacy particularly in Microsoft Excel is essential.

• Experience of working within the Automotive Aftermarket

• Excellent verbal and written communication skill

In return we will offer you:

• An opportunity to join a global brand and market leader.

• Competitive salary and annual leave entitlement

• Structured career path and bespoke training

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Alliance Automotive Group is an equal opportunities employer.