Business Development Manager

Interaction Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent builders merchant is seeking an External Sales Executive to enhance their client base in Bolton and the Greater Manchester area. The role demands strong sales acumen and a solid understanding of building materials. Offering a competitive salary of £35,000 – £50,000 plus uncapped commission, successful candidates will thrive in a supportive environment with opportunities for growth. Interested candidates can contact Jake Norfolk-Lee for more information.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in external sales within builders merchants or construction supply.
• Solid understanding of building materials and trade clients' needs.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with new and existing trade customers.
• Spot opportunities to grow accounts and convert leads into long-term business.
• Collaborate with internal teams for excellent customer service.
• Keep up to date with product ranges and industry developments.
• Represent the business at trade shows and customer visits.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building skills

Self-motivated

Customer-oriented

Job description

External Sales Executive – Builders Merchant

Salary: £35,000 – £50,000 + Uncapped Commission

Location: Bolton (BL1 & surrounding areas)

Do you have a proven track record in sales and a genuine interest in the construction trade? Are you motivated by building strong client relationships and exceeding targets? If so, this opportunity could be perfect for you.

About the Role

We are a well-established builders merchant known for reliability, service, and product expertise. We’re seeking a driven External Sales Executive to expand our customer base across Bury, Bolton, and the wider Greater Manchester region.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with both new and existing trade customers
• Spot opportunities to grow accounts and convert leads into long-term business
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver excellent customer service
• Keep up to date with product ranges and industry developments
• Represent the business at trade shows, networking events, and customer visits

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in external sales, this must be within builders merchants or construction supply
• Solid understanding of building materials and the needs of trade clients
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Highly self-motivated, target-focused, and customer-oriented
• Full UK driving licence

What’s in It for You

• Competitive basic salary of £35,000 – £50,000 (depending on experience)
• Uncapped commission – the more you achieve, the more you earn
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression

📞 For further details, please contact Jake Norfolk-Lee at Interaction Recruitment.