Sales Director – Construction Products (5322)

SRS Recruitment Solutions; Darlaston; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading premium roofing product manufacturer seeks a Sales Director to manage sales teams and achieve company objectives. This role involves sales forecasting, client management, and strategic planning, ideal for experienced sales leaders in the UK building products sector. A competitive salary and executive benefits package are included.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in building envelope or heavyside products.
• Experience in leading and motivating a sales team.
• Understanding of the commercial and specification routes to market.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all sales activities to achieve company objectives.
• Develop strong relationships with major clients and stakeholders.
• Compile regular updates on sales outcomes and market trends.

Skills

Sales Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Strategic Planning

Training and Development

Team Leadership

Budget Management

Presentation Skills

Problem-Solving

Understanding of UK Building Merchants Sector

Reading Construction Drawings

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Vacancy No 5322

Vacancy Title SALES DIRECTOR- CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS

Vacancy Description

Are you an experienced sales leader looking to enhance your career with one of UK’s leading premium roofing product manufacturers who pride themselves on consistently delivering a high-quality sales solution and unrivalled customer service to commercial, residential and industrial customers.

The Role

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Sales Director will be responsible for overseeing and managing all sales activities to achieve the company’s objectives whilst leading and developing both the internal and external sales teams.

Key responsibilities include: –

Sales Forecasting

Generate detailed sales projections and budget plans.

Track progress toward targets and refine plans based on results.

Client Relationship Management

Develop and sustain strong relationships with major clients and stakeholders.

Respond proactively to client concerns to improve satisfaction and loyalty.

Training and Development

Deliver training programs and tools to enhance team capabilities.

Encourage ongoing professional growth and a learning-focused culture.

Strategic Planning

Design and execute sales strategies that align with organizational objectives.

Evaluate market dynamics and competitor movements to uncover growth opportunities.

Team Leadership

Guide, inspire, and oversee the performance of the sales team.

Establish clear expectations and provide regular performance assessments.

Cross-Department Collaboration

Partner with marketing, product, and other teams to ensure alignment on sales efforts.

Provide insights to support product innovation and marketing improvements.

Reporting and Analysis

Compile regular updates on sales outcomes and market trends for senior leadership.

Leverage analytics to support strategic decisions.

Budget Oversight

Administer the sales budget with a focus on resource efficiency.

Explore ways to reduce costs while boosting profitability.

Skills and Knowledge Required:

• Previous experience in building envelope or heavyside products
• Experience in leading and motivating a sales team
• Understanding of the commercial and specification routes to market
• Ability to produce and deliver presentations at a high level
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft operating systems i.e., Outlook, Excel, Word
• Have the confidence to take decisions and the ability to problem-solve
• Have a good knowledge and understanding of the UK Building Merchants sector
• The ability to read and understand construction drawings

This role could also suit an individual seeking career advancement currently employed as either National Sales Manager, Senior Sales or similar.

Location/Area National (Central UK preferred)

Salary

Industry-leading salary package + executive benefits package