Business Development Manager

Chandler Harris Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a driven Business Development Manager to spearhead growth in the roofing market. This exciting role involves targeting Builders Merchants and Roofing Merchants across London and the South East, with a focus on building a new client base. The successful candidate will enjoy a dynamic work environment, with the opportunity for uncapped commission and excellent training. If you're passionate about sales and looking to advance your career in a supportive setting, this position offers the perfect blend of challenge and opportunity for growth.

Benefits

Company Car

Health Cover

Excellent Training

Career Progression

Laptop Provided

Mobile Provided

Tools Provided

Qualifications

• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and a growth mindset.
• Experience in field sales within the construction industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business by targeting Builders Merchants and Roofing Merchants.
• Liaise with internal sales support and run training days for merchants.

Skills

Sales Target Achievement

Cold Calling

Field Sales

Client Relationship Management

Journey Planning

IT Literacy

Education

Experience in Sales

Knowledge of Construction Industry

Tools

Laptop

Mobile

Job description

Chandler Harris Recruitment Ltd provided pay range

This range is provided by Chandler Harris Recruitment Ltd. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Offering up to £38K basic, £10K+ uncapped commission, company car and great training & career progression. If this appeals, read on & APPLY TODAY!

THE ROLE:

• As Business Development Manager, you will be joining a new division, targeting Builders Merchants, Roofing Merchants, Fenestration outlets and distributors across London and the South East.
• As BDM, you will be selling roofing products such as rooflights, roof domes, sheeting and associated products that are ultimately used on roofing projects across various sectors.
• You will liaise with your internal sales support team, as well as colleagues that sell into other routes to market.
• As BDM, you will be winning and building a brand new client base of Builders Merchants, roofing merchants, fenestration outlets and showrooms and other distributors.
• As Business Development Manager, you'll be covering London, Kent, East Sussex, West Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire, Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire Hertfordshire, Essex and Suffolk.
• This initially is a new business focussed role that will evolve into a mix of new business and account management.
• You will be on the road 4 days per week, typically meeting 7+ contacts per day. 1 day per week working from home.
• You will on occasion be running training days in your merchants, educating them on the features and benefits of your products.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:

• The successful Business Development Manager will have a growth mindset, proven track record of achieving sales targets, be a confident, inquisitive individual and be able to demonstrate success in their career to date.
• You'll be new business focussed, happy to cold call and also then build your account base. You'll be able to journey plan and be prepared to stay away from home on occasions.
• Knowledge of the fenestration/roof lights industry is advantageous although not essential as excellent training is provided.
• A track record of field sales success in the construction industry.
• You'll be articulate, IT literate and wanting a long term career.
• Experience of selling for a manufacturer, through merchants and distributors would be advantageous.
• Our client is also happy to look at good candidates who currently sell on the road for a merchant or distributor and have the ambition to work for a leading manufacturer.
• They're also keen to consider Trainee candidates from any sales background that is keen to develop their career in Field sales in the construction industry.

THE COMPANY:

• Our client is a highly regarded, well established, multi-million £ turnover roofing/glazing manufacturer.
• They have long standing employees and a family feel, offering excellent training and ongoing development.

THE REMUNERATION:

• Uncapped Quarterly commission, with on target earnings of circa £10K+ in Year 1. Overachievement is very likely with the support you'll receive, so £60K+ earning potential is possible.
• Choice of Hybrid or Electric Company car.
• Health cover.
• Laptop, mobile, all tools provided.
• Excellent training and a clear career path.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Sales, Business Development, and Distribution

Industries

Building Construction, Construction, and Wholesale Building Materials