Senior Sales Leader – Construction Growth & Team

Universal Business Team; Ledston; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Company benefits

Profit Share Scheme

Job summary

Universal Business Team in Leeds, UK is seeking an experienced UK Sales Manager to lead a 13-strong sales team across the construction and building products sector. You will develop growth plans, manage key customer relationships, and drive performance with clear KPIs.

This high-impact role requires hands-on leadership, accountability, and the ability to coach area managers toward higher sales and margin. A competitive salary (£70,000-£80,000) plus bonus and benefits awaits.

Qualifications

• Experienced sales leader in construction/building products sector.
• Proven ability to establish KPIs and manage performance.
• Strong skills in coaching and developing people.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a 13-person sales team including Area Sales Managers and office-based sales support.
• Establish and implement clear KPIs and performance management processes across the sales function.
• Drive a culture of accountability and high performance to grow territories and margins.
• Develop territory growth plans and drive customer engagement and spend.

Skills

Leadership

KPIs & PM

Coaching

Account Management

Customer Relationships

Job description

Universal Business Team in Leeds, UK is seeking an experienced UK Sales Manager to lead a 13-strong sales team across the construction and building products sector. You will develop growth plans, manage key customer relationships, and drive performance with clear KPIs.

This high-impact role requires hands-on leadership, accountability, and the ability to coach area managers toward higher sales and margin. A competitive salary (£70,000-£80,000) plus bonus and benefits awaits.