Territory Sales Manager

Hanson Quarry Products Europe Limited; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary

Bonus

Company car

27 days holiday

Pension

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK, formerly Hanson UK, is seeking a Territory Sales Manager to drive growth in the Abingdon area across aggregates, asphalt and recycling. You will manage key customer relationships, identify opportunities, and work with cross-functional teams to deliver value and service excellence.

The role requires proven field sales experience, strong commercial acumen, and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Experience in field sales and managing customer accounts.
• Ability to identify growth opportunities and close deals.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to plan and manage a sales territory across multiple accounts.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of customers and prospects across the Abingdon territory.
• Act as the primary contact for assigned accounts and drive growth.
• Deliver a territory sales strategy to increase market share, volume and revenue.
• Coordinate with operations, logistics, customer service and technical teams to ensure a seamless customer experience.
• Prepare quotations, tenders and commercial proposals as needed.
• Contribute to sales budgets, forecasts, and territory planning.

Skills

Field sales

Account management

Business development

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Territory planning

Communication

Driving licence

Commercial awareness

Job description

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK's largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK. We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

Territory Sales Manager Location: Abingdon Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + Bonus + Company Car Join Heidelberg Materials and Drive Growth Across Aggregates, Asphalt & Recycling

Ready to take your sales career to the next level? We're looking for an ambitious and commercially minded Territory Sales Manager to join our successful Aggregates, Asphalt and Recycling business covering the Abingdon area. This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll manage key customer relationships, develop new business opportunities and drive profitable growth across a diverse product portfolio. You'll have the autonomy to shape your territory, build strong partnerships with customers and work alongside operational and technical teams to deliver industry-leading service. If you're passionate about sales, enjoy being out with customers and want to work for a business that values innovation, sustainability and career development, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As Territory Sales Manager, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of customers and prospects across your territory. Acting as the primary point of contact, you will build strong commercial relationships, identify growth opportunities and deliver tailored solutions from across the Heidelberg Materials product portfolio. Working closely with operational, logistics, customer service and technical teams, you'll ensure customers receive a seamless experience while supporting the continued growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop long-term relationships with existing customers and new prospects.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all assigned accounts within your territory.
• Implement a territory sales strategy focused on increasing market share, volume, revenue and profitability.
• Deliver structured customer engagement through face-to-face meetings, telephone calls and digital channels.
• Identify opportunities to cross-sell and upsell products and services across the Heidelberg Materials portfolio.
• Support the preparation of quotations, tenders and commercial proposals.
• Contribute to sales budgets, forecasts and territory planning activities.
• Develop and maintain Customer Management Plans (CMPs) aligned with Market Strategy Plans (MSPs).
• Monitor account performance, forecast sales activity and track achievement against objectives.
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to deliver excellent customer service and resolve customer issues effectively.
• Coordinate activity across multiple product lines to ensure a consistent customer experience.

About You

• Proven experience in field sales, account management or business development.
• Experience within aggregates, asphalt, recycling construction materials, building products or a related industry.
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• The ability to identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
• Strong organisational and territory planning abilities.
• A proactive and results-oriented approach.
• A full UK driving licence.

Why Join us?

At Heidelberg Materials, we don't just offer jobs-we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we're committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.

Rewards & Benefits

• We're proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including: Armed Forces Covenant (Gold) | Disability Confident | 5% Club (Platinum) | Mates in Mind | Clear Assured | STEM Ambassador | MPQC Member
• Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
• Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options, Season and travel ticket loans
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
• Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
• Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities

At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK) we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business. At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK), we understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement. As part of our commitment to promoting diversity, we are actively working to encourage more individuals to consider careers within the construction industry. We believe in building a workplace that is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and diversity.

Heidelberg Materials is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

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We understand that women may face unique challenges in their careers, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment to help you thrive. Our family-friendly policies, such as enhanced maternity and parental leave, neonatal care, and adoption support, will provide you with the flexibility and support you need to balance your personal and professional commitments. We also offer a range of benefits, such as access to our Employee Assistance Program, trained mental health first aiders, discounted private medical benefits and much more, to ensure your wellbeing is prioritised.