Business Unit Manager

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction materials is seeking a Business Unit Manager for their East London branch. This role focuses on driving sales, managing a successful sales team, and ensuring exceptional customer service. We're looking for a results-oriented leader with a strong background in sales and team development, particularly within the construction or distribution sector.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales and people management.
• Experience within the construction or distribution sector preferred.

Responsibilities

• Achieve and surpass sales and margin targets.
• Lead, motivate, and develop the Internal Sales team.
• Collaborate to enhance commercial performance.

Skills

Sales and customer service expertise

Strong leadership and team development abilities

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Commercially aware

Detail-oriented

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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We are seeking a dynamic and commercially focused Business Unit Manager for our Nevill Long drywall specialism. This role aims to drive performance and lead a successful sales team at our East London branch. The focus will be on achieving sales and profitability targets across key market sectors, nurturing a stable client base, and providing exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Achieve and surpass sales and margin targets in designated sectors
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers
• Lead, motivate, and develop the Internal Sales team
• Collaborate with External Sales, Operations, and Suppliers to enhance commercial performance
• Develop and implement sales strategies, promotions, and pricing initiatives
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, including credit control and health & safety standards
• Support recruitment, training, and development through the Encon Academy
• Drive continuous improvement in customer service and team performance

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a confident, results-oriented individual with a customer-first mindset. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales and people management, with relevant industry experience.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Sales and customer service expertise
• Strong leadership and team development abilities
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Commercially aware and detail-oriented
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Knowledge of the construction or distribution sector (preferred)