Growth-Driven External Sales Manager - Builders' Merchants

Cogent Staffing; Ringway; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading builders' merchants company in the UK is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive new business and expand their existing client base. The ideal candidate will have proven sales experience in the builders' merchant sector, with an established client portfolio and strong communication skills. In this role, you will be expected to generate significant annual business while providing exceptional customer service. Competitive salary with uncapped on-target earnings and career progression opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive base salary with uncapped OTE

Company laptop and phone

Opportunity for career progression

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales, preferably within the builders' merchants industry.
• Established client base/portfolio with the ability to bring in repeat business.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset.
• Valid driving license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Actively seek and secure new business opportunities.
• Manage and nurture relationships with existing clients while transitioning some accounts.
• Develop sales strategies to effectively capture market share.
• Provide outstanding customer service to foster long-term partnerships.
• Collaborate with the internal team to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Meet and exceed sales targets on a monthly and annual basis.

Skills

Sales experience in builders' merchant sector

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Job description

A leading builders' merchants company in the UK is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive new business and expand their existing client base. The ideal candidate will have proven sales experience in the builders' merchant sector, with an established client portfolio and strong communication skills. In this role, you will be expected to generate significant annual business while providing exceptional customer service. Competitive salary with uncapped on-target earnings and career progression opportunities are offered.