15 August, 2025 SHARE Our Clients are proud to be one of the UK's leading independent distributors of Plumbing and Heating materials. They are a one-step-shop for a wide range of products catering for both residential and commercial plumbing projects. The business is looking to appoint a Branch Manager to take responsibility of one of their top-performing Branches. If you believe this is a role you could make your own and are looking to join a growing, successful and highly rewarding business then this opportunity could be for you. Reporting to: Managing Director The Role Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the successful applicant will manage and lead a small team of engaged colleagues at their Somerset operation currently turning over circa £3million to continually improve the customer's experience and overall branch performance in line with the business's objectives. Key Responsibilities To manage and control the stores day to day activities, in line with operating processes and procedures. To oversee operations in both the Showroom and Trade Counter Facilitate and drive sales within the branch whilst trying to maximise margins. Understand and be able to monitor sales, margin and costs. Strive to have the branch as cost efficient as possible. Identify where improvements can be made and when necessary to ensure they are actioned as swiftly as possible. Identify customer needs and requirements to maximize sales. Build and maintain relationships with customers. Stock control and stock management. Ensure security measures adhered to at all times. Ensure that branch administration is kept up to date and that requests for information from both internal and external customers are responded to promptly. Manage and motivate staff and liaise with the HR Team when necessary. Implementation of Health & Safety rules and procedures. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required Previous experience in Plumbers' Merchants or Builders Merchants Strong leadership, team building and people management skills A confident attitude that can develop and maintain excellent relationships with both customers and suppliers The ability to engage and develop colleagues to help achieve branch's goals whilst ensuring all health and safety standards are upheld Understanding of Sales and Margin data Good knowledge of marketplace, including products, brands and competitors Commercial awareness / experience As our Client's business is rapidly expanding, they are able to offer an extremely attractive salary package along with excellent benefits and fantastic career progression opportunities to the right Candidate. Location/Area: Somerset Benefits: Company Car, Phone, Laptop, Pension Sign up for BMN Magazine and receive a free copy of the magazine (digital or print), alongside our weekly, industry-focused eNewsletter.
Nov 21, 2025
Full time
15 August, 2025 SHARE Our Clients are proud to be one of the UK's leading independent distributors of Plumbing and Heating materials. They are a one-step-shop for a wide range of products catering for both residential and commercial plumbing projects. The business is looking to appoint a Branch Manager to take responsibility of one of their top-performing Branches. If you believe this is a role you could make your own and are looking to join a growing, successful and highly rewarding business then this opportunity could be for you. Reporting to: Managing Director The Role Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the successful applicant will manage and lead a small team of engaged colleagues at their Somerset operation currently turning over circa £3million to continually improve the customer's experience and overall branch performance in line with the business's objectives. Key Responsibilities To manage and control the stores day to day activities, in line with operating processes and procedures. To oversee operations in both the Showroom and Trade Counter Facilitate and drive sales within the branch whilst trying to maximise margins. Understand and be able to monitor sales, margin and costs. Strive to have the branch as cost efficient as possible. Identify where improvements can be made and when necessary to ensure they are actioned as swiftly as possible. Identify customer needs and requirements to maximize sales. Build and maintain relationships with customers. Stock control and stock management. Ensure security measures adhered to at all times. Ensure that branch administration is kept up to date and that requests for information from both internal and external customers are responded to promptly. Manage and motivate staff and liaise with the HR Team when necessary. Implementation of Health & Safety rules and procedures. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required Previous experience in Plumbers' Merchants or Builders Merchants Strong leadership, team building and people management skills A confident attitude that can develop and maintain excellent relationships with both customers and suppliers The ability to engage and develop colleagues to help achieve branch's goals whilst ensuring all health and safety standards are upheld Understanding of Sales and Margin data Good knowledge of marketplace, including products, brands and competitors Commercial awareness / experience As our Client's business is rapidly expanding, they are able to offer an extremely attractive salary package along with excellent benefits and fantastic career progression opportunities to the right Candidate. Location/Area: Somerset Benefits: Company Car, Phone, Laptop, Pension Sign up for BMN Magazine and receive a free copy of the magazine (digital or print), alongside our weekly, industry-focused eNewsletter.
Draper Tools is a 4th-generation, family-owned supplier of quality trade, professional and DIY tools. Established in 1919, the business continues to thrive with over 300 staff, a modern 255,000 sq. ft distribution centre, and more than 11,000 products, both own brand and select leading brands. The Sales Director will play a pivotal role in the next phase of growth, leading Draper's commercial strategy across the UK & Ireland. Reporting to MD Matt Sheen, you will: Shape and deliver the UK & Ireland sales strategy Lead, coach and inspire national sales and key account teams Build strong partnerships with key distributors, merchants and retailers Drive growth across established accounts while unlocking new routes to market Bring insight and rigour to forecasting, margin, and performance management Introduce new ways of working and new technology to support the sales strategy whilst leading and developing the teams We're seeking a proven sales leader with experience in tools, hardware, building products, or related sectors. You'll be commercially astute, data-driven, customer-focused, and able to combine strategic thinking with hands on leadership, working with senior colleagues and their teams to align sales and product launches. Ideally, you'll have worked in companies with large product ranges across numerous categories and multiple routes to market. Hence, you'll have the experience and intellectual capacity to cope with the complexity while minimising channel conflict. Candidates should live in the South of the country to allow easy access to the Draper HQ and Distribution Centre in Southampton for meetings and collaboration. Naturally, the role will require regular national travel throughout the UK and Ireland (approximately once a quarter). This is a rare chance to join a respected heritage brand that has retained its family culture - a can do attitude, passion, and energy - while investing ambitiously for the future.
Nov 03, 2025
Full time
Draper Tools is a 4th-generation, family-owned supplier of quality trade, professional and DIY tools. Established in 1919, the business continues to thrive with over 300 staff, a modern 255,000 sq. ft distribution centre, and more than 11,000 products, both own brand and select leading brands. The Sales Director will play a pivotal role in the next phase of growth, leading Draper's commercial strategy across the UK & Ireland. Reporting to MD Matt Sheen, you will: Shape and deliver the UK & Ireland sales strategy Lead, coach and inspire national sales and key account teams Build strong partnerships with key distributors, merchants and retailers Drive growth across established accounts while unlocking new routes to market Bring insight and rigour to forecasting, margin, and performance management Introduce new ways of working and new technology to support the sales strategy whilst leading and developing the teams We're seeking a proven sales leader with experience in tools, hardware, building products, or related sectors. You'll be commercially astute, data-driven, customer-focused, and able to combine strategic thinking with hands on leadership, working with senior colleagues and their teams to align sales and product launches. Ideally, you'll have worked in companies with large product ranges across numerous categories and multiple routes to market. Hence, you'll have the experience and intellectual capacity to cope with the complexity while minimising channel conflict. Candidates should live in the South of the country to allow easy access to the Draper HQ and Distribution Centre in Southampton for meetings and collaboration. Naturally, the role will require regular national travel throughout the UK and Ireland (approximately once a quarter). This is a rare chance to join a respected heritage brand that has retained its family culture - a can do attitude, passion, and energy - while investing ambitiously for the future.
Overview Are you a proven Sales Manager looking to join a highly recognised Market Leader of Construction Materials? As a leading Specialist Construction Products Recruiter, SRS Recruitment Solutions are delighted to be instructed by one of the World's Leading Manufacturers of Construction Products. The Company With a multimillion-pound turnover and 60 + year history of pioneering solutions that deliver technical perfection to a wide range of customers in the construction market, our Client operates across multiple business divisions and employs over 4500 people worldwide. They believe that much of their success is owed, not only to the continuous innovation and improvement mindset of their design and development teams, but also to the superior technical knowledge and customer service skills of their employees. The Role As NATIONAL SALES MANAGER, you will be responsible for leading and developing the external and internal sales team along developing relationships with key target customers including Plumbing & Heating Merchants, National and Independent Builders Merchants, Electrical Wholesalers, Specialist Distributors, OEM's etc. The role will be home-based and will require extensive travel throughout the defined sales territory. Main Duties and Responsibilities Strategic Planning: Develop and implement national sales strategies, plans, and tactics to achieve overall sales goals. Team Leadership: Manage and support regional sales managers and internal sales teams, providing coaching and guidance to improve performance. Sales Targets & Performance: Set and monitor sales targets, key performance indicators (KPIs), and forecasts to track progress and drive revenue. Customer Relationships: Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key customers, negotiating and closing complex deals to foster profitability. Market Analysis: Research and identify new market opportunities, analise market trends, and monitor competitive offerings to stay ahead. Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with marketing, product development, and other departments to ensure brand consistency and effective product promotion. Recruitment & Training: Lead the recruitment, hiring, and training of new sales staff to build a high-performing team. Key Skills Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies. Leadership & Management: Skilled in leading and motivating large, geographically dispersed teams. Analytical Skills: Competence in analising sales data, market trends, and performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement. Customer Relationship Management: Expertise in building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients and partners. Communication: Effective communication to coordinate with various teams and senior management. Negotiation: Ability to negotiate and close complex sales agreements. Key Objectives Achieve and exceed sales targets and overall revenue goals. Maximise market share and profitability. Drive sustainable financial growth for the company. Manage a high-performing and cohesive national sales team Person Specification To succeed in this role, you will need to be self-motivated with the desire to achieve goals and possess the ability to generate and convert business leads into sales. Knowledge of the distribution route to market is essential along with previous experience in the construction market and an understanding of the building product supply chain. Training Full product training will be provided Additional Information For the right Candidate, our Client offers a competitive salary package along with excellent benefits and career progression opportunities. Location/Area: Southern England Salary: Competitive + Excellent Results Driven Reward Scheme Benefits: Company Car, iPad, Laptop, Mobile Phone, Company Pension, 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Oct 30, 2025
Full time
Overview Are you a proven Sales Manager looking to join a highly recognised Market Leader of Construction Materials? As a leading Specialist Construction Products Recruiter, SRS Recruitment Solutions are delighted to be instructed by one of the World's Leading Manufacturers of Construction Products. The Company With a multimillion-pound turnover and 60 + year history of pioneering solutions that deliver technical perfection to a wide range of customers in the construction market, our Client operates across multiple business divisions and employs over 4500 people worldwide. They believe that much of their success is owed, not only to the continuous innovation and improvement mindset of their design and development teams, but also to the superior technical knowledge and customer service skills of their employees. The Role As NATIONAL SALES MANAGER, you will be responsible for leading and developing the external and internal sales team along developing relationships with key target customers including Plumbing & Heating Merchants, National and Independent Builders Merchants, Electrical Wholesalers, Specialist Distributors, OEM's etc. The role will be home-based and will require extensive travel throughout the defined sales territory. Main Duties and Responsibilities Strategic Planning: Develop and implement national sales strategies, plans, and tactics to achieve overall sales goals. Team Leadership: Manage and support regional sales managers and internal sales teams, providing coaching and guidance to improve performance. Sales Targets & Performance: Set and monitor sales targets, key performance indicators (KPIs), and forecasts to track progress and drive revenue. Customer Relationships: Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key customers, negotiating and closing complex deals to foster profitability. Market Analysis: Research and identify new market opportunities, analise market trends, and monitor competitive offerings to stay ahead. Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with marketing, product development, and other departments to ensure brand consistency and effective product promotion. Recruitment & Training: Lead the recruitment, hiring, and training of new sales staff to build a high-performing team. Key Skills Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies. Leadership & Management: Skilled in leading and motivating large, geographically dispersed teams. Analytical Skills: Competence in analising sales data, market trends, and performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement. Customer Relationship Management: Expertise in building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients and partners. Communication: Effective communication to coordinate with various teams and senior management. Negotiation: Ability to negotiate and close complex sales agreements. Key Objectives Achieve and exceed sales targets and overall revenue goals. Maximise market share and profitability. Drive sustainable financial growth for the company. Manage a high-performing and cohesive national sales team Person Specification To succeed in this role, you will need to be self-motivated with the desire to achieve goals and possess the ability to generate and convert business leads into sales. Knowledge of the distribution route to market is essential along with previous experience in the construction market and an understanding of the building product supply chain. Training Full product training will be provided Additional Information For the right Candidate, our Client offers a competitive salary package along with excellent benefits and career progression opportunities. Location/Area: Southern England Salary: Competitive + Excellent Results Driven Reward Scheme Benefits: Company Car, iPad, Laptop, Mobile Phone, Company Pension, 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
This is a rare opportunity to lead a highly respected manufacturer at a pivotal point in its growth story. Backed by a successful privately owned group Major investment, new facilities, and full autonomy to drive transformation Based in Nottingham With a new, purpose-built factory set to open in the near future and major group investment already underway, the business is poised to significantly increase production capacity and turnover! The company operates nationally, supplying robust, high-quality products to customers in construction, infrastructure, and public sector markets. Their products can be tailored to the requirements of their customer and fitted out for different applications. As part of a long-established, family-owned group, you'll benefit from outstanding financial stability, group-wide support, and a culture built on strong values. As MD you will have full accountability for the operational and financial performance of the business. Reporting to the Group Board, you will lead all aspects of manufacturing, engineering, logistics, and commercial activity. Key Responsibilities Provide clear operational leadership and direction to the management team and workforce. Develop and implement performance improvement initiatives across production, quality, and delivery. Manage P&L, budgets, and capital investment to meet commercial targets. Successfully deliver a new factory on time and budget and ramp up production Maintain and enhance health, safety, and environmental standards. Build and mentor a cohesive leadership team to support long-term growth. Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer focus. Represent the business within the wider Group, contributing to strategic planning and collaboration. Candidate Profile Proven experience as an MD in a manufacturing business, ideally within construction-related capital equipment. Experience with steel fabrication with integrated M&E is particularly interesting Strong commercial understanding and financial management capability. Demonstrable record of delivering operational efficiency and margin improvement, scaling production and developing an external market strategy to deliver growth in turnover. After all, there's no point manufacturing more if they can't sell them! Skilled in people leadership, change management, and cross-functional collaboration. Results-oriented, analytical, and decisive. Remuneration and Confidentiality An attractive package including competitive salary, increasingly in line with the growth of the business, performance-related bonus, and benefits will be offered to the successful candidate. Due to confidentiality, further information about the company, product, and location will be provided only to shortlisted applicants under a non-disclosure agreement. All applications will be managed in the strictest of confidence.
Oct 30, 2025
Full time
This is a rare opportunity to lead a highly respected manufacturer at a pivotal point in its growth story. Backed by a successful privately owned group Major investment, new facilities, and full autonomy to drive transformation Based in Nottingham With a new, purpose-built factory set to open in the near future and major group investment already underway, the business is poised to significantly increase production capacity and turnover! The company operates nationally, supplying robust, high-quality products to customers in construction, infrastructure, and public sector markets. Their products can be tailored to the requirements of their customer and fitted out for different applications. As part of a long-established, family-owned group, you'll benefit from outstanding financial stability, group-wide support, and a culture built on strong values. As MD you will have full accountability for the operational and financial performance of the business. Reporting to the Group Board, you will lead all aspects of manufacturing, engineering, logistics, and commercial activity. Key Responsibilities Provide clear operational leadership and direction to the management team and workforce. Develop and implement performance improvement initiatives across production, quality, and delivery. Manage P&L, budgets, and capital investment to meet commercial targets. Successfully deliver a new factory on time and budget and ramp up production Maintain and enhance health, safety, and environmental standards. Build and mentor a cohesive leadership team to support long-term growth. Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer focus. Represent the business within the wider Group, contributing to strategic planning and collaboration. Candidate Profile Proven experience as an MD in a manufacturing business, ideally within construction-related capital equipment. Experience with steel fabrication with integrated M&E is particularly interesting Strong commercial understanding and financial management capability. Demonstrable record of delivering operational efficiency and margin improvement, scaling production and developing an external market strategy to deliver growth in turnover. After all, there's no point manufacturing more if they can't sell them! Skilled in people leadership, change management, and cross-functional collaboration. Results-oriented, analytical, and decisive. Remuneration and Confidentiality An attractive package including competitive salary, increasingly in line with the growth of the business, performance-related bonus, and benefits will be offered to the successful candidate. Due to confidentiality, further information about the company, product, and location will be provided only to shortlisted applicants under a non-disclosure agreement. All applications will be managed in the strictest of confidence.