Sales Manager - Cedral Facades

Etex Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a passionate Sales Manager for the Cedral Facades Team. This role involves leading a team of Area Sales Managers to boost sales and foster strong relationships with key stakeholders across the UK. The ideal candidate will have proven team management experience and a significant track record in driving sales growth. Flexibility in working arrangements is offered, promoting a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a team, ideally with remote leadership.
• Strong track record of driving sales growth.
• Expertise in managing contractor and customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a team of Area Sales Managers.
• Drive performance through market analysis and financial insights.
• Build partnerships with key stakeholders across the UK.
• Promote Etex values and ensure compliance with policies.
• Achieve sales targets addressing underperformance proactively.

Skills

Team management

Sales growth

Relationship management

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Job description

At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever‑evolving industry.

At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow & lead? Join us as Sales Manager for the Cedral Facades Team! (Remote with national travel).

We're looking for a passionate and driven Sales Manager for Cedral Facades to lead the team of Area Sales Managers, guiding them to build strong relationships with key decision‑makers and influencers, from specialist distributors and roofing merchants to installers and contractors. Your mission? To generate demand, grow partnerships, and deliver exceptional sales results across all UK regions (excluding Northern Ireland), while championing the Cedral Facades strategy and driving success through innovation and collaboration.

What you'll do:

• Lead & coach a team of Area Sales Managers to deliver outstanding results.
• Drive performance through forecasting, market analysis, and financial insights.
• Build strong partnerships with key stakeholders across the UK.
• Support in the field—attend development days and mentor your team.
• Leverage OneCRM to track progress and optimize outcomes.
• Collaborate on campaigns with the marketing team to boost brand impact.
• Champion safety & wellbeing, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Own team performance—set clear goals, manage accountability, and celebrate success.
• Lead the employee lifecycle from recruitment to development and succession planning.
• Promote Etex values and act as a role model in the marketplace.
• Achieve sales targets and regional budgets, addressing underperformance proactively.
• Foster collaboration with other Etex departments for seamless execution.

What you'll bring:

• Proven experience managing a team, ideally with remote team leadership.
• A strong track record of driving sales growth.
• Expertise in managing contractor, merchant, and direct customer relationships.
• Ability to inspire, mentor, and collaborate effectively.
• A confident negotiator with excellent influencing skills.
• Driven, goal‑oriented, and passionate about achieving results.
• A natural leader who can motivate and empower others.
• Industry experience in Facades is highly desirable.
• Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
• Our 'Road to Sustainability 2030' is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions.
• We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination.
• Flexibility: For us, hybrid and flexible working is all about trust, and we want you to be able to do your best work (depending on the role).