Area Sales Manager - Building Supplies

TieTalent; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the building materials sector is seeking an External Sales Representative. This role involves managing customer accounts and developing new business opportunities across Sunderland and Newcastle. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales background within construction supplies, demonstrating excellent communication and negotiation skills. With a focus on building long-term relationships, this position offers clear rewards and opportunities for progression. If you are passionate about sales and have experience in builders merchants, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales and construction supplies is essential.
• Strong sales drive and customer-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts and develop new business opportunities.
• Engage with customers and understand their needs.

Skills

Sales Experience

Construction Supplies Knowledge

Customer Engagement

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Job description

Location: An external role, covering Sunderland, Newcastle, and surrounding areas.

Sector: Building Materials / Construction Supplies / Timber Merchants

We are looking for an External Sales Representative for our client, which has a network of branches across the UK supplying a wide range of timber, landscaping, and building products to the construction sector.

Responsibilities include:

1. Account Management
2. Developing New Business Opportunities
3. Covering Sunderland and Newcastle areas

Working hours: Monday - Friday

Requirements:

• Experience in Sales and Construction Supplies
• Strong Sales Drive
• Confidence in engaging with customers, understanding their needs, and providing excellent service
• Attention to detail
• Background in builders merchants is essential to 'hit the ground running'

This position offers clear rewards with opportunities for progression. The company values genuine talent and long-term relationship building with customers and colleagues.

Ideal candidate attributes:

• Previous experience in sales within the construction supplies/building materials sector, e.g., builders merchants, timber merchants, or distributors
• Customer-focused
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

If you have relevant experience in builders merchants or sales with building materials, please apply!

For more information about this exciting sales role, please apply online.

Nice-to-have skills:

• Account Management
• Customer Service
• Negotiation
• Communication

Location: Sunderland, England