National Account Manager – Building Products

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in building products seeks an experienced National Account Manager to manage a key DIY distribution account. This role involves mentoring, product management, and collaborating with internal teams to implement strategies. The ideal candidate has strong sales skills and a proven background in account management, particularly in the retail sector. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a car allowance, with the flexibility of working from home two days a week.

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 distribution sectors.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to establish sustainable contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-quality range of engineered wood products.
• Develop and mentor one direct report.
• Focus on managing a significant DIY distribution account.

Skills

Sales Experience

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 spending 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:

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