Brand Developer / Merchandiser

GCS Associates; England; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent supplier of building materials is searching for a Brand Developer / Merchandiser in the North East of England. This role involves promoting products to merchants and providing valuable support, with opportunities for career progression to a sales role. The ideal candidate will have experience in the construction supplies sector, strong sales skills, and the ability to work independently. Additional benefits include a company vehicle and accommodations for overnight trips.

Benefits

Company vehicle supplied

Hotel accommodation provided

Potential career progression

Qualifications

• Experience selling to or working within the building materials or construction supplies sector.
• Background in merchandising or marketing for construction supply environments.
• Strong customer-service and sales background.

Responsibilities

• Visit builders' merchants and stockists to promote the products.
• Set up merchandising displays and ensure compliance with visual standards.
• Provide product information and technical support to merchants.

Skills

Customer service

Sales skills

Building product knowledge

Job description

Role

Brand Developer / Merchandiser – Building Materials

Sector

Builders Materials / Construction Supplies

Location

The North East of England

Salary

£31,000 - £34,000 dependent on experience plus car, no weekends

Job Overview

We are looking for a Brand Developer / Merchandiser for a leading independent supplier of building materials who sell through builders merchants and other distribution channels. This is an interesting promotional role with a good degree of autonomy and could be a stepping stone to an area sales role. You will deal with current stockists of high‑quality building products, giving you a warm, customer‑facing position.

Key Responsibilities

• Visit builders merchants, stockists, contractors and other distribution channels to promote the product and provide product knowledge to both potential customers and merchants.
• Set up merchandising displays and ensure they are correctly stocked and compliant with visual standards.
• Check displays during visits and keep up to date with new products the company offers.
• Provide the merchants with product information and support, acting as a credible source of technical information.
• Represent the brand at events, brief builders merchants and keep them informed of the company's initiatives.
• Work remotely as needed and manage own schedule, including occasional overnight stays with provided hotel accommodation.

Qualifications

• Experience selling to or working within the building materials or construction supplies sector, especially with builders merchants.
• Background in merchandising or marketing for construction supply environments.
• Strong customer‑service and sales background, with an outgoing personality and credibility.
• Good knowledge of building product ranges and willingness to learn new products.
• Ability to travel within the region and work independently.

Benefits

• Company vehicle supplied.
• Hotel accommodation provided on occasions when overnight stays are required.
• Potential progression path to Regional Sales Representative, External Sales, or Area Sales role.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.