National Account Manager – Building Products

JR United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in building products is seeking a National Account Manager to oversee a key DIY distribution account. This role requires managing a high-quality range of wood products and mentoring staff. Ideal candidates will have a proven sales record in the retail sector and strong commercial acumen.

Benefits

£9,000 annual car allowance or company car

Full benefits

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales and account management.
• Experience managing large accounts in retail or DIY sectors.
• Strong commercial acumen to establish sustainable agreements.

Responsibilities

• Managing and developing a range of engineered wood products.
• Overseeing the largest DIY distribution account (B&Q).
• Supporting new product launches and pricing strategy implementation.

Skills

Sales

Account Management

Commercial Acumen

Job description

National Account Manager (DIY & Distribution) – Building Products

Area to be covered: National (2 days home based)

Benefits: £9,000 annual car allowance or company car & full benefits

The role of the National Account Manager – Wood Products will involve:

• Managing a high-quality range of engineered wood products as a National Account Controller
• Managing, developing, and mentoring one direct report
• Focusing on managing one of our client's largest DIY distribution accounts (B&Q)
• Supporting new product launches and development
• Implementing pricing strategies
• Liaising with internal teams such as customer service, marketing, supply, and transport
• Providing national coverage with regular commutes to Southampton

The ideal candidate will have:

• A proven track record in sales and account management
• Experience managing large accounts in retail or DIY distribution sectors
• Previous dealings with the Kingfisher Group (preferred)
• Experience selling timber or wood products (preferred but not essential)
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to establish sustainable contractual agreements