Area Sales Manager – Insulation & Roofing Manufacturer

Courtney Smith Group; North East; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the building sector is seeking a dynamic sales professional for a field-based role focusing on the North of England and Scotland. You will manage existing accounts, identify new business opportunities, and sell a portfolio of insulation and roofing solutions. Ideal candidates will have experience with heavyside merchants, strong relationship-building skills, and a proactive attitude. Competitive salary with uncapped commission and hybrid benefits are offered.

Benefits

Hybrid company car

Laptop

Phone

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Statutory pension

Qualifications

• Experience in field sales or branch management.
• Understanding of the construction supply chain.
• Willingness to meet clients and actively pursue sales opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Manage existing accounts and identify new business opportunities.
• Conduct in-branch training and joint site visits.
• Attend trade events and build long-term client relationships.

Skills

Experience selling to or working for heavyside or specialist merchants

Proactive and tenacious attitude

Strong relationship-building skills

Job description

Overview

Role: A dynamic and proactive sales professional to join a leading manufacturer of insulation and roofing systems. This field-based role will focus on developing business across the North of England and Scotland, working with national merchants, specialist distributors, independents, and buying groups. OTE: £55,000+ (Uncapped monthly commission). Benefits: Hybrid company car, laptop, phone, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, statutory pension.

Job Type: £35K Basic Salary + Monthly Uncapped Commission

Role

This role involves managing existing accounts and actively identifying new business opportunities. You’ll be selling a broad portfolio of insulation, waterproofing solutions, membranes, torch-on felts, cavity trays, and accessories. Day-to-day tasks include in-branch training, joint site visits, attending trade events, and building long-term client relationships.

Company

This is your chance to join a globally recognised manufacturer within the building envelope space, known for delivering premium solutions across roofing, insulation, waterproofing, and soundproofing. With a strong UK presence and a portfolio that includes well-known industry brands, the company partners with major national merchants, specialist distributors, and independents. Their products compete directly with leading names in the sector, offering high-performance and trusted solutions to both commercial and residential markets.

Person

We’re looking for a driven and energetic salesperson who understands the construction supply chain and enjoys being on the road, meeting clients, and making deals happen.

You’ll need:

• Experience selling to or working for heavyside or specialist merchants
• A proactive and tenacious attitude – someone who thrives in a high-activity environment
• Strong relationship-building skills and commercial awareness
• Roofing or insulation knowledge is advantageous, but not essential
• Suitable for experienced field sales professionals or ambitious assistant/branch managers ready to take the next step

If you want to be part of a supportive and motivated team, work with quality products, and take control of your earning potential, this is the opportunity for you.

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