Business Development Manager
hace 5 días
Holbeck
Business Development Manager / Technical Sales Manager – Construction Products (North West & Yorkshire)\n\nLocation\n\nHome-based / Regional role\n Covering the M62 corridor including Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds, and Lancashire\n\nSalary\n\nUp to £45k per annum + bonus + car allowance\n\nThe Opportunity\n\nIf you are a commercially driven sales professional with experience in construction materials, this is a genuine opportunity to take ownership of a well-established and high-potential region.\n\nYou will be responsible for developing business across the Northwest and Yorkshire, working with merchants, contractors, developers, and specifiers to grow sales of a respected range of construction products. This is a role that goes beyond sales — you will be involved in technical discussions, project support and building long-term relationships across the supply chain.\n\nThe position offers a strong mix of new business and account development, with the autonomy to manage your territory while being supported by an experienced internal team.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nDrive sales across a defined regional territory, identifying and converting new business opportunities\nDevelop and manage relationships with builders’ merchants, distributors, and stockists\nFollow up and convert incoming enquiries, providing quotations and project support\nProvide technical advice to contractors, developers, and specifiers\nCarry out site visits to support projects and strengthen customer relationships\nDeliver product presentations, CPDs and training sessions\nWork closely with internal technical, sales and marketing teams\nMaintain accurate records using a CRM system, managing pipeline and activity\nAchieve agreed sales targets and contribute to overall business growth\nAbout You\n\nProven experience in a Business Development, Area Sales, or Technical Sales role\nBackground in construction materials or building products (e.g. mortars, renders, insulation, drylining or similar)\nExperience working with merchant channels and distribution networks\nComfortable dealing with contractors, developers, and specifiers\nAble to deliver technical presentations and build credibility with customers\nSelf-motivated, organised and target-driven\nStrong communication and relationship-building skills\nFull UK driving licence\nWhy Apply\n\nThis is a well-balanced role offering both responsibility and support. You will have the freedom to grow your region while representing a strong product range with an established reputation in the market. It’s a good fit for someone who enjoys being out in the field, building relationships and seeing projects through from enquiry to completion.\n\nYour CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.\n\nIn order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included