Are you a high‑performing sales leader with proven success in the construction or building materials sector?
Do you thrive in fast‑paced, competitive markets and know how to build a motivated, results‑driven sales team?
Bostik UK is looking for an outstanding National Sales Manager – Construction to lead our field‑based team, drive commercial performance, and deliver sustainable growth across the UK.
Reporting to the Divisional Sales Director – Construction, you will take full ownership of the Construction division’s sales, margin and cost performance. You’ll lead a team of Area Sales Managers and a Key Account Manager, focusing on coaching, development, and high‑impact customer engagement.
This is a hands‑on leadership role where you’ll spend significant time in the field, supporting the team, strengthening relationships with key customers, and ensuring we win—consistently and profitably.
- Own and deliver annual sales, margin and cost budgets
- Provide clear objectives, accurate forecasting and disciplined execution
- Lead, coach and develop the field sales team to exceed performance goals
- Drive a culture of accountability, ownership and continuous improvement
- Conduct joint customer visits to support, coach and elevate team capability
- Build and maintain influential relationships with key customers
- Lead strategic customer engagement to unlock new business opportunities
- Implement joint business plans aligned with customer and company goals
- Ensure successful execution of new product launches
- Collaborate with Marketing, Commercial and Supply Chain teams on growth strategies, pricing and market execution
- Monitor competitor activity and market trends, responding with clear commercial actions
- Champion the use of Salesforce, Power BI, SAP and BEX for data-led decision making
- Represent Bostik at industry events, customer meetings and internal forums
This role operates within highly competitive, fast‑moving construction markets, where innovation and customer understanding are critical. You will play a key part in building a flexible, high-performing team capable of meeting evolving market demands while supporting Bostik’s wider UK business objectives.
- Proven track record delivering sales growth in construction or building materials
- Strong leadership experience managing field-based sales teams
- Ability to coach, develop and drive performance through others
- Commercially sharp with excellent negotiation and customer relationship skills
- Highly organised, analytical and strong in forecasting and planning
- Resilient, results-driven and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
At Bostik, you’ll be part of a business known for innovation, specialist product development and strong market presence. You’ll lead a critical division with real autonomy, influence and opportunity to make a measurable impact.
If you’re a confident, energetic leader who loves winning in the market — we want to hear from you.
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