National Account Manager – Building Products

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a National Account Manager to oversee an array of engineered wood products and manage significant accounts in the DIY sector. This role involves strategic collaboration with teams, supporting product launches, and a willingness to travel nationally, offering an annual car allowance among competitive benefits.

Benefits

£9,000 annual car allowance or company car

Full benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales and account management.
• Experience managing large accounts in retail or DIY distribution.
• Strong commercial acumen; ability to establish contractual agreements.

Responsibilities

• Manage a range of engineered wood products as National Account Controller.
• Support new product launches and implement pricing strategies.
• Liaise with internal teams and mentor one direct report.

Skills

Sales

Account Management

Commercial Acumen

Job description

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National Account Manager – Building Products, Slough

Client: Mitchell Maguire

Location: Slough, 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: customer service, marketing, supply chain, and transport
• Willingness to travel nationally, 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 Kingfisher Group (preferred)
• Experience selling timber or wood products (preferred but not essential)
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to establish sustainable contractual agreements