Manthorpe Building Products is a manufacturer of accessory building products for the residential construction industry and is part of the larger Genuit group of companies. Role Overview The role of National Sales Manager is to lead and manage the Manthorpe Building Products sales function; driving revenue growth, market share, and customer satisfaction through strategic sales planning, effective execution, and strong team leadership. Responsibilities

Design and implement national sales strategies aligned with business objectives to drive revenue growth and increase market share within the building products sector. Lead, coach, and support regional sales teams, including conducting field accompaniment days to ensure high performance and alignment with company standards. Establish clear sales targets and KPIs; monitor team and individual performance to ensure consistent achievement and continuous improvement. Analyse market trends, customer needs, and competitor activity to identify opportunities and inform strategic decisions. Oversee the full sales cycle, including journey planning, pipeline management, and target achievement, ensuring a structured and efficient approach to customer engagement. Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, merchants, and partners to maximise customer spend, satisfaction, and loyalty. Prepare and present monthly sales reports and forecasts by region and product category, providing actionable insights to senior leadership. Participate in the recruitment and onboarding of new sales colleagues and support ongoing training to ensure product knowledge and sales capability. Collaborate with marketing and product teams to ensure consistent brand messaging and product positioning across all sales channels. Develop and implement sales policies and procedures to ensure consistency, compliance, and best practice across the national sales function.

Qualifications

Strong understanding of the construction market, merchant sector, new build developers, and relevant routes to market. Familiarity with building products and their application within the industry with an understanding of relevant accessories being optimal. Proven ability to develop and execute sales strategies that drive growth and market penetration. Knowledge of marketing principles and customer relationship management. Demonstrated experience in leading, motivating, and managing high-performing sales teams. Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and performance development. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to build strong relationships with clients, internal teams, and external stakeholders. Analytical and strategic thinking with ability to analyse sales data, market trends, and competitor activity to inform decision-making. Strong problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset. Skilled in negotiating commercial terms and closing deals effectively, balancing customer needs with business objectives. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and experienced using CRM systems for sales tracking, reporting, and communication.

Benefits

Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week with hybrid working (travel is included in this role due to it being a National Sales Manager). Competitive salary. Bonus and company car. 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (with a holiday purchase scheme that starts in January 2026) and Sharesave scheme. Matched pension contributions up to 8% with Life assurance. Team days and events.

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