LKQ

LKQ Corporation is the leading provider of alternative aftermarket, specialty salvage and recycled auto parts to repair and accessorize vehicles, with operations in North America, Europe, and Taiwan. LKQ offers its customers a broad range of replacement discount auto parts including remanufactured engines and transmissions, components, equipment, as well as OE aftermarket parts to repair and accessorize consumer automobiles and trucks, heavy truck, recreational and performance vehicles. 

The heart and soul of LKQ is our people. We are over 45,000 employees strong worldwide at over 1600 locations in 25 countries. Our focus is simple — To provide the best customer service experience possible. It is our entrepreneurial spirit that drives everything we do. 

LKQ’s North America segment is the largest provider of alternative vehicle collision replacement products and a leading provider of alternative vehicle mechanical replacement products, with sales, processing, and distribution facilities reaching most major markets in North America. It’s wholesale operations consists of aftermarket and recycled parts operations, self-service retail operations, heavy truck operations, and vehicle diagnostic services. LKQ is also the leading distributor and marketer of Specialty automotive equipment and accessories in North America, serving the diverse interests and needs of auto enthusiasts and their installers across the US and Canada. LKQ Refinish is the leading US distributor of paint, coatings, and related materials for the automotive and industrial finishing industries offering quality products and supplies at competitive prices. 

LKQ Europe is a subsidiary of LKQ Corporation and is the leading distributor of automotive aftermarket parts for cars, commercial vans, and industrial vehicles in Europe. This area of the business currently employs approximately 26,500 people with a network of more than 900 branches.  

The group includes LKQ UK & Ireland, LKQ Benelux-France, LKQ RHIAG Group, Elit, LKQ CZ, and LKQ DACH, as well as recycling specialist, Atracco. Collectively, they supply more than 100,000 workshops in over 18 European countries. 

LKQ India is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Keystone Automotive Operations Inc., another subsidiary of LKQ Corporation. Started in 2008, the India operations is based out of a state-of-the-art facility in Bengaluru. It consists of a strong and dedicated intellectual force of over 1600 colleagues who provide value added services to LKQ business units, accommodating the everyday growing demands of the global organization. 

LKQ’s Global Women’s Network 

Officially launched across LKQ in 2024, the Women's Network is a global initiative that brings together like-minded colleagues who have a passion for creating a sense of belonging for all across the organization.  

The mission of the Women’s Network is to support the development of women across all sectors and roles within LKQ. They aim to achieve this through the three core pillars of Development, Recruitment, and Outward Engagement. By bringing together the unique backgrounds of colleagues, the network aims to enhance support for team members, the company, and the community, while creating an inclusive environment where everyone thrives. 

 

LKQ Women’s Network Chairs 

LKQ North America:  

Julie A. Inderlied, VP Legal Compliance & Privacy 

Julie Schmidt, VP, Controller 

LKQ Europe:  

Marzia Castellani, Regional Commercial Director, LKQ Italy  

Sophie Bond, European HR Director  

LKQ India:  

Siona Coutinho, Manager Pricing & Analytics 

Shruthi Channabasappa, Human Resource Specialist