Area Sales Manager

Holcim; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a results-driven Area Sales Manager to drive growth in the Bradstone Assured Installer market. This role is pivotal in building and nurturing relationships with professional installers, ensuring they receive the support needed to thrive. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, leveraging strong negotiation skills and market knowledge to create lasting partnerships. Join a company committed to sustainability and innovation, where your contributions will help shape the future of the landscaping industry. If you're passionate about driving success and making a real impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced family benefits

Free 24/7 remote GP service

Career progression opportunities

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Background in landscaping product installation is essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage relationships with Bradstone Assured Installers.
• Identify new opportunities to expand the installer network.
• Track sales performance and market activity.

Skills

Relationship Building

Sales Negotiation

Problem Solving

Communication

Market Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field

Job description

About Holcim

We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet.

Since 1858, we’ve helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike.

Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive - by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference.

Holcim UK Company Benefits

• Competitive Salary, plus bonus, 25 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits - all recognising the contribution you bring

• Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety

• We care about you and your family. That’s why we offer enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. We understand that your personal life and family well-being are just as important as your career, so we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way.

• Be part of something bigger with our "Women Empowered - Stronger Together Mentor Program," designed to support, inspire, and uplift women across the business.

• Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household, offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same-day appointments.

• Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad

• Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which bring together employees with similar backgrounds and interests to have powerful influence on the workplace

• Staff discounts including special rates for garden landscaping products

The Opportunity

We are looking for a results-driven Area Sales Manager to focus on driving growth within the Bradstone Assured Installer market. This is a key customer segment within our landscaping business – a community of professional installers who trust and promote the Bradstone brand to homeowners.

You will be the face of Bradstone Assuredfor installers building strong relationships that translate into lasting partnerships and sales growth.

What you'll be doing

• You will build, develop and manage relationships with Bradstone Assured Installers in your territory.
• Identify new opportunities to expand the Bradstone Assured network and grow our share in the domestic landscaping market.
• Understand the challenges and needs of our installer customers and align Holcim’s solutions to support their success.
• Track and assess sales performance, market activity, and competitor presence to ensure strategic advantage.
• You’ll uphold our high standards by conducting regular assessments of the Bradstone Assured network to ensure consistent quality and compliance.

Who you are

• You’re a natural relationship builder, with a background in the installation of landscaping products.
• You thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and enjoy working collaboratively across teams.
• You can spot commercial opportunities and turn them into long-term partnerships.
• You’re confident in negotiation and problem-solving, ensuring customer needs are met while driving business success.
• You bring strong communication and interpersonal skills, making you a trusted partner to both internal and external stakeholders.
• You enjoy the challenge of meeting sales targets and thrive on generating and following up on leads to drive success.
• You understand the dynamics of the landscaping sector – from the needs of professional installers to the expectations of homeowners – allowing you to offer relevant solutions that add real value.

We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.