National Account Manager – Building Products

JR United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a National Account Manager for building products in the Oxford District. This role involves overseeing a key DIY distribution account, offering competitive benefits. The ideal candidate should possess significant sales experience and account management skills, with a focus on commercial success.

Benefits

£9,000 annual car allowance

Full benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven sales and account management experience.
• Experience managing large retail or DIY distribution accounts.
• Strong commercial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Managing a high-quality range of engineered wood products.
• Managing, developing, and mentoring one direct report.
• Focusing on managing a major DIY distribution account (B&Q).
• Supporting new product launches and implementation of pricing strategies.

Skills

Sales experience

Account management

Commercial acumen

Job description

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National Account Manager – Building Products, Oxford District

Client:

Mitchell Maguire

Location:

Oxford District, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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 including customer service, marketing, supply chain, and transport
• Willingness to travel nationally with regular commutes to Southampton

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven sales and account management experience
• Experience managing large retail or DIY distribution accounts
• 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