Head of Sales – Laminate Surfaces

Mitchell Maguire; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction recruitment consultancy is seeking an experienced Head of Sales to lead national field sales for laminate surfaces. The ideal candidate will manage a team and oversee key accounts, driving projects in various sectors. A background in sales of decorative panels, strong negotiation skills, and people-management experience are essential. The role offers a competitive remuneration package including bonuses and benefits.

Benefits

Executive car allowance

6% pension

25 days holiday

BUPA healthcare

Laptop and phone

Qualifications

• Experience selling products such as laminates, surfaces, panels.
• Appreciation for specification sales and field sales.
• Team player with a problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Head of Field Sales position.
• Manage and develop a team of specification and field sales professionals.
• Drive projects in schools, hospitals, and commercial offices.

Skills

People-management experience

Strong negotiation skills

Commercial awareness

Problem-solving mindset

Job description

Head of Sales – Laminate Surfaces

Mitchell Maguire, a specialist Construction Field Sales Recruitment Consultancy, is seeking a Head of Sales – Laminate Surfaces to lead national field sales for a portfolio of laminate surfaces.

Industry Sector

Head of Sales, Field Sales Manager, External Sales Manager, National Sales Manager, Regional Sales Manager, Specification Sales, Fabricators, Contractors, Interior Designers, Interior Products, Laminates, Surfaces, Flooring, Furniture, Wallcoverings, Fabrics, Paint, Architects, Showroom Managers, Showroom Sales, Main Contractors, Shop Fitting, Facades, Commercial Projects, Distributors

Role Overview

The Head of Sales – Laminate Surfaces will promote the client’s manufactured range of laminate surfaces across the country.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Head of Field Sales position, promoting the client’s manufactured range of laminate surfaces.
• Manage, develop and mentor a team of 4 specification sales and 2 field sales professionals.
• Set individual targets as well as the team target.
• Oversee circa 20 key accounts together with the Country Manager and sales team.
• Drive projects such as schools, hospitals, high‑street stores, commercial offices, sports centres (e.g., Holiday Inn).

Qualifications & Experience

• People‑management experience.
• Experience selling products such as laminates, surfaces, panels, decorative panels, worktops, commercial interiors, etc.
• Appreciation for both specification sales and field sales via architects, interior designers, fabricators and contractors.
• Team player with a self‑sufficient problem‑solving mindset and a learning‑as‑you‑develop attitude.
• Strong negotiation skills, commercial awareness and decisive decision‑making abilities.

Benefits

• Executive car allowance
• 6% pension
• 25 days holiday
• BUPA healthcare
• Laptop, phone and other equipment

Remuneration

£80,000‑£100,000 + bonuses, plus benefits.