Specification Manager (Lighting / M&E)

JR United Kingdom; Gillingham; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading manufacturer in lighting seeks a Specification Manager to oversee existing accounts and generate new business. This remote role involves regional travel across Kent and Sussex, offering a competitive salary plus commission. This is a great opportunity for a driven individual wishing to advance in the lighting/M&E sector with excellent support, training, and benefits.

Benefits

Uncapped Commission

Remote Working

Company Car

Progression

Training

Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience as a Specification Manager or similar role in lighting/M&E.
• Willing to cover Kent, East Sussex, and West Sussex.

Responsibilities

• Manage existing accounts (60%) and develop new business (40%).
• Identify new business opportunities and generate leads.
• Engage with customers to understand needs and propose solutions.

Skills

Communication

Business Development

Technical Solutions

Client Relationship Management

Job description

Job Title: Specification Manager (Lighting / M&E)

Location: Remote - covering a patch of Kent, East and West Sussex

Salary: £55,000-£65,000 + Uncapped Commission + Remote Working + Regional Travel + Company Car + Progression + Training + Benefits

Company: Market-leading manufacturer renowned for cutting-edge lighting products with 550 employees and a turnover of £80m.

Job Description:

This autonomous role involves managing existing accounts (60%) and developing new business (40%) within the lighting/M&E sector. You will work remotely and travel 3-4 days a week to meet clients, providing technical solutions and some design responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

1. Identify new business opportunities through contacts, referrals, and market awareness.
2. Collaborate with marketing to generate leads.
3. Develop relationships with existing clients and promote strategies.
4. Engage with customers face-to-face, via phone, and email to understand needs and propose solutions.
5. Coordinate quotations with the commercial team.
6. Perform some design work.
7. Travel regionally with quarterly office visits.

Candidate Profile:

• Experience as a Specification Manager or similar role in lighting/M&E.
• Willing to cover Kent, East Sussex, and West Sussex.

If interested, click 'apply now' to submit your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer. Salary depends on experience, qualifications, and skills.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for this role.