Business Development Manager

Sika AG; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or cash allowance

Bonus scheme

25 days holiday + holidays

Pension contribution

Private healthcare

Life assurance 6x salary

Income protection

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Staff discount platform

Cycle to Work scheme

Service awards

Product discounts

Job summary

Sika is seeking a Business Development Manager to join the UK Distribution – North East, covering Northumberland, East & West Yorkshire. You will drive field sales across National accounts and build strong customer relationships in a competitive market.

Based in YO/TS/NE/SR/DL postcodes, you will utilise CRM tools to track progress, develop strategies to meet targets, and collaborate with a supportive team to deliver growth and profitability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years field sales experience.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• IT literate with CRM knowledge.
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Willingness to develop product knowledge and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Maximise sales and margin for the North East territory.
• Develop strategies to achieve targets.
• Manage National accounts within the territory.
• Utilise CRM to measure performance and plan activities.

Skills

Field sales experience

Strategic account management

Relationship building

Communication & negotiation

Self-motivated

CRM experience

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

## About the RoleWe’re looking for a Business Development Manager to join our UK Distribution – North East covering Northumberland, East & West Yorkshire.About the roleWe are looking for a field salesperson to join our Nationals team,. The candidate will ideally live in and around the YO, TS, NE, SR & DL postcodes. The successful candidate will be responsible for all National account customers within the territory.The team consists of 11 Business Development Managers and this role would suit an individual that is proactive, has strong relationship building skills, enthusiastic and a desire to succeed.Purpose of the RoleTo maximise sales and profitability through the education, and relationship management of customers and potential customers within the Merchant Distribution Market.**The Opportunity:**Achieving Sales and margin budget for the region.Develop strategies to achieve company targets.Growth of Market share across the National Accounts.Measure for success by utilising the CRM system.Personal Development through training.**The Rewards:**You will be rewarded with a competitive salary, and a sweep of great benefits. We pride ourselves on our total reward package:* EV/PHEV Company Car Fleet or Car Cash Allowance* Bonus Scheme* Holiday 25 days rising to 28 days with service, plus bank holidays.* A company pension contribution of up to 10%* Private healthcare for you, with option to add family.* Group life cover at 6x your annual salary* Global Income Protection (PHI)* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay* Staff discount platform & Cycle to Work scheme.* Dedicated Service Awards for reaching key milestones.* Selected discounted Sika products.**The Support:**The UK Distribution team is one of trust, honesty & respect, motivation and fun, being supportive, sharing our passion and collaborating.## Your Skills and Experience**The Skills:**Strong field sales experience within the construction industry.Strategic management of the area to maximise sales and profitability.Ability to develop strong customer relationships. Industry knowledge would be advantageous.Must be IT literate and have working knowledge of CRM systems.Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.Self-motivated and results driven.A significant commitment to professional and personal development from day one, including comprehensive local product knowledge and leadership development initiatives complemented by a global Sika Business School offering.**What we need from you?**Clean, current driving licence.Minimum of 2 years field sales experience.Proven track record of delivering results.Must live in the area to be covered.Must be I.T Literate and have working knowledge of CRM systems.Industry/competitor knowledge would be advantageous.### Why Join Us**The Future:**Potential Career Routes: Key Account Management and Sales Management where possibleThe opportunity to progress within a global company across a variety of business areas.**Commitment towards Diversity**We welcome expressions of interest from all eligible applicants. The Construction Industry and the Sika salesforce remain disproportionately under-represented by women and we therefore particularly welcome applications from women interested in a sales career in the building supplies and materials industry. Accordingly, we aim to provide an enabling and inclusive working environment for all.We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.