STARK Building Materials UK

Business Development Manager

STARK Building Materials UK  •  United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (Onsite)  •  14 days ago
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Job Description

At Jewson, part of Stark UK, we believe that our greatest asset is our people! We're not just a team; we’re a vibrant community driven by decency, passion, and pride in everything we do. We are committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone can thrive and unleash their full potential. If you’re looking for a place where your ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated, you’ve found your home!

We know the trade. In fact, on average you'll find close to 90 years' experience in every Jewson branch!

We are recruiting for an experienced Business Development Manager / Key Account Manager support our SME housebuilder community.

This is a full-time role working Monday-Friday 7:30 – 17:00 based in our sales office above branch, in Staines (TW18 2BE).

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Work closely with the Business Development Director to develop effective supplier relationships to maximise customer sales opportunities

  • Build and maintain relationships with customer procurement teams, Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers and Site Agents

  • Maximise opportunities to continually learn about new products and to improve selling skills

  • Develop, own and manage key accounts

  • Supporting the achievement of sales targets of new products whilst maintaining growth on existing products

  • Seek out opportunities to identify future and existing sales opportunities within the area

  • Working closely with branch teams to deliver outstanding service

What we're looking for:

  • Knowledge of the construction or building materials sector, is essential

  • Experience of managing a portfolio or working towards account growth on specific customers

  • Pipeline and opportunity management.

  • Forecasting and reporting.

  • Excellent communication.

  • Problem solving.

  • Awareness of pricing, supply chain and procurement process.

What’s in it for you

  • Competitive Basic Salary 

  • Performance Related Bonus 

  • 34 days holiday per year 

  • Retirement Savings Plan (Pension) – with Legal & General 

  • Life Assurance Work Perks – A platform home to hundreds of all your favourite high street and online discounts via the provider Reward Gateway 

  • Aviva Digicare+ Workplace App (Access to a digital GP, second medical opinions, Mental Health consultation, bereavement service, nutritional consultation) 

  • Voluntary company benefits such as Car Salary Sacrifice scheme with VWFS, Cycle2Work, Benenden Healthcare, Critical Illness Cover 

  • Refer a Friend scheme 

  • Wellbeing Centre via Work Perks 

Why Choose Us?

Quality - We’re unwavering in our commitment to providing outstanding products and service that exceed our customers’ expectations.

Supportive Environment - Join a culture that prioritises your growth, with the resources and support you need to excel.

Professional Development - We are invested in your success! Explore our apprenticeships, training, and mentoring programs designed to elevate your career.

What's Next

If your application is successful, our Talent team will reach out to arrange an interview and answer any questions you may have. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to ensure you can perform at your best throughout the application and interview process.

STARK Building Materials UK

About STARK Building Materials UK

STARK Building Materials UK comprises a family of brands, including Jewson, one of the UK’s leading builders’ merchants, along with JP Corry and Normans, specialist brands Minster and Jewson Civils Frazer, as well as major timber importer and distributor, International Timber.

With over 600 dedicated builders merchant branches and distribution centres, this makes us one of the UK’s largest retailers and distributors of building and construction materials. However, more importantly, our dedicated team and the high-quality products we offer make us trusted, expert partners to the industry.

Together, we give our customers hassle-free access to the market-leading, sustainable solutions they need to build responsibly for the future.

Industry
Wholesale & Distribution
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Coventry, GB
Year Founded
Unknown
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