GCS Associates

Position: Business Development Manager Location: The Midlands Sector: Window ventilation systems Salary: 45,000 - 50,000 (DOE) + company car + bonuses (up to 20% of salary) On behalf of our client, a leading manufacturer and supplier of ventilation systems, we are seeking a dynamic and driven Business Development Manager to drive sales growth within their window vents division (slot vents / trickle vents, grilles, louvres etc.). Covering the Midlands region you will work closely with window fabricators, architects, and contractors to promote their innovative range of window ventilation solutions. Key Responsibilities Build and nurture long-term relationships with window fabricators across your territory. Identify and develop new business opportunities, expanding our client's presence within the window fabrication industry. Manage and grow existing accounts, ensuring top-tier customer service and client satisfaction. Deliver expert product advice, technical support, and tailored ventilation solutions to customers. Travel within your region for meetings, product presentations, demonstrations, and contract negotiations. Organise and deliver product training for customers, including fabricators, installers, and specifiers. Stay up to date on industry trends, regulatory requirements, and competitor activity to ensure our client remains at the forefront of the sector. Implement strategies that drive increased market share and achieve sales targets. Attend trade shows, networking events, and industry conferences to represent our client and promote their solutions. Maintain accurate records of client meetings, activities, and sales in the internal CRM. Provide regular forecasts and performance updates to senior management. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless order processing, delivery, and after-sales service. Follow all company policies, including those related to quality, health & safety, and environmental standards. Carry out any other duties required to support the needs of the department. What We're Looking For Proven experience in B2B sales and account management, ideally within building products or the construction supply chain. Strong understanding of the window fabrication industry is highly desirable. Confident communicator with the ability to engage technical and non-technical audiences alike. Commercially astute, target-driven, and comfortable working autonomously across a field-based territory. Able to deliver product presentations and provide technical advice to diverse stakeholders. Organised, professional, and collaborative, with solid reporting and CRM skills. If you're eager to take on a pivotal regional role with a forward-thinking business in the window vents market, apply today to find out more. INDS

Position: Business Development Manager Location: Midlands Sector: Window Ventilation Systems Salary: 45,000 - 50,000 (DOE) + Company Car + Bonus (up to 20%) Our client, a well-established manufacturer of high-performance ventilation solutions, is seeking a Business Development Manager to spearhead sales growth across the Midlands. Focusing on the window ventilation market-including slot vents, trickle vents, grilles, and louvres-you'll play a key role in developing long-term partnerships and expanding the company's market share. Key Responsibilities Build strong relationships with window fabricators, architects, contractors, and specifiers across your region. Identify new business opportunities and strategically grow the client base within the window fabrication and fenestration sectors. Manage and develop existing accounts, ensuring exceptional service and repeat business. Provide expert product knowledge and technical support, helping customers select the right solutions for their projects. Conduct in-person meetings, product demonstrations, and training sessions to drive product adoption. Monitor market trends, legislation, and competitors to maintain a competitive edge. Deliver clear sales forecasts, CRM updates, and performance reports. Attend trade exhibitions, networking events, and customer forums to promote the company's innovative ventilation solutions. Collaborate with technical and operations teams to ensure smooth delivery and after-sales support. Maintain full compliance with company health, safety, and environmental policies. About You Track record in B2B sales and account management, ideally within building products or the construction supply chain. Knowledge of the window or ventilation industry would be highly advantageous. Strong relationship-builder with excellent communication and negotiation skills. Results-oriented and comfortable managing a field-based territory autonomously. Confident delivering product training and presenting technical information. Organised, commercially aware, and proactive in achieving targets. If you're looking for an opportunity to join a respected brand at the forefront of window ventilation systems, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to take your next step in a rewarding, field-based sales role. INDS

Position: Business Development Manager Location: Midlands Sector: Window Ventilation Systems Salary: 45,000 - 50,000 (DOE) + Company Car + Bonus (up to 20%) Are you passionate about building lasting client relationships and driving sales growth? Our client, a leading manufacturer of innovative window ventilation solutions, is looking for an enthusiastic Business Development Manager to join their team and cover the Midlands region. In this role, you'll be the face of our client, working closely with window fabricators, architects, and contractors to promote a market-leading range of slot vents, trickle vents, grilles, and louvres. Your goal will be to create new business opportunities, nurture existing accounts, and deliver expert advice on ventilation solutions. What You'll Do Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships across your territory. Identify and win new business within the window fabrication sector. Manage key accounts to ensure excellent customer satisfaction and loyalty. Provide technical product guidance and deliver tailored solutions to meet customer needs. Travel across the Midlands to meet clients, conduct presentations, and negotiate contracts. Lead product training and demonstrations to customers, fabricators, and installers. Keep up to date with industry trends, regulations, and competitor activity. Attend trade shows and events to represent our client and showcase their solutions. Maintain accurate records in the CRM and provide regular sales updates to management. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth customer service from order placement through delivery. What We're Looking For Experience in B2B sales and account management, preferably within building products or the construction supply chain. Solid understanding of the window fabrication market is a big plus. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage a variety of stakeholders. Self-motivated and target-driven, capable of working independently in a field-based role. Comfortable delivering technical presentations and advice. Strong organisation and CRM experience. If you want to take the next step in your sales career with a forward-thinking company in the window ventilation industry, apply today and start making a difference. INDS

Role: Business Development Manager Industry: Civils & Drainage Region: Northern Home Counties / SE England Salary: 50,000 - 65,000 (more DOE) plus bonus & company car External Business Development Manager required with sales experience in civils and drainage supplies. Working for a leading civils merchant, covering the Northern Home Counties region, the role is essentially selling into contractors and goundworkers. The Business Development Manager role: As Business Development Manager, you will effectively be the face of the business, proactively identifying and securing new business opportunities, networking with existing and prospective clients in order to develop a deep understanding of their project pipelines and material needs. As well as managing all business development activities, you will strive to stay ahead of the curve with respect to market trends and competitor activity. This information will be used, alongside customer spend patterns, to drive sales across all categories. As Business Development Manager you'll spend the majority of your time out in the field visiting customers to understand and support their needs, no matter how big or small their project is. You will be an excellent communicator, preferably with existing contacts from within the industry. You will also have proven experience within the civils supply sector, strong sales ability and margin awareness. Due to the nature of the role you will have a full driving licence and be prepared to travel as and when required. The person: Experience of working in a sales role within the construction supply sector Motivation and drive to secure and increase sales opportunities A proactive, enthusiastic approach and a 'customer first' attitude Ability to grow, maintain and leverage your network of contacts Ability to identify potential clients and the appropriate decision makers Ability to research and build relationships with new clients Plan approaches and pitches to develop proposals that speaks to the client's needs, concerns and objectives Participate in pricing Ability to handle objections by clarifying, emphasising and working through differences to a positive conclusion The ability to persuade or negotiate appropriately Self-motivated and target driven Disciplined and able to organise a busy schedule effectively Focussed and persistent with a will to win Team player able to work effectively with colleagues to deliver excellent customer service What's on offer? A competitive salary of up to 65,000 (more dependent upon experience), plus company car Performance related bonus scheme Opportunities for career progression and development A defined contribution pension scheme Life Assurance Scheme For further information on this and other Business Development Manager roles please apply online and we'll be in touch to discuss further. INDS

Role: Internal Sales Executive - Electrical Location: Derby, Derbyshire Sector: Builders Merchants - Construction Sales Package: 30,000 - 40,000 p/a DOE We seek an Internal Sales Executive - Electrical who will be based at one of our branches in the Derby region. We supply a range of construction materials to the construction sector, and are a well-established, household name within the industry. As an Internal Sales Executive - Electrical you will have previous knowledge of the builders' merchant sector, preferably within a sales-based role. Experience within the electrical wholesale sector is a necessity The incoming Internal Sales Executive - Electrical will have a pro-active approach, as well as a personable demeaner and drive for sales. Here's a quick overview of some of the things you can expect to do as an Internal Sales Executive : To effectively work as part of a team ensuring that our customers' expectations are not just met but exceeded. Build effective working relationships with customers, in order to understand their requirements thus ensuring that the correct products are supplied. Use initiative to identify sales opportunities and offer advice and solutions to customers, thus maximising profitable sales and margin. Maintain a clean and effectively displayed work area in line with company policy. Ensure that company policies are followed at all times when producing paperwork associated with sales. Liaise with suppliers where necessary. Support the Branch Manager and colleagues in working as a team to ensure the branch operates efficiently and effectively within company policy. Ensure a tidy working environment at all times in line with health and safety guidelines. Actively safeguard against theft of company goods or property by being security conscious at all times. Perform any other duties as may be deemed necessary or as may be required by the Key Attributes for an Internal Sales role: Previous experience within a sales role within the construction supply or building materials sector Customer focused Good communication and negotiation skillset Results driven Team player Detail conscious Personable Business focused Key Responsibilities for an Internal Sales role: Reactive and proactive telephone sales from existing customers within the sector Raising quotations and securing orders Liaising with buying groups in the Housing sector to encourage spend Setting up new customer accounts as/when appropriate Maintaining legacy client accounts via inbound inquiries Be the focal point for all things new build housing Assisting with creation of price lists and sending price lists to allocated customers Key Skills: Customer service experience IT proficient (MS office) Strong sales experience If you feel you have the relevant experience and skill set, please apply to this job advert and the company hiring manager will be in touch. Alternatively, call Liam on (phone number removed) for further information. Key words and Phrases; internal sales, sales negotiator, sales executive, sales coordinator, sales co-ordinator, account manager, sales office, sales supervisor, telesales, senior sales

Role: Area Sales Manager Location: An external role, covering the South East and East Anglia Sector: Building Materials / Specialist Roofing products Package: 45,000 - 50,000 + Bonus + Car We are looking for an Area Sales Manager for our client. Selling specialist Roofing products into Roofing contractors across the region. They are a market leader and are looking for a sales driven individual to drive sales forward. Account Management New Business Opportunities Covering South East England Monday - Friday Sales and Construction Supplies Experience Strong Sales Drive This position requires someone who is really confident talking to people, understanding their needs and acting on this to provide sterling service to the customer. Attention to detail is also key. There are clear rewards within this company though - the right people can progress further and genuine talent will always be respected. Dealing with many large sectors within the market but also targeting niches sectors, this a well respected and highly successful business. As an Area Sales Manager we are looking for someone with a Strong Sales drive and able to build long lasting relationships with customers and colleagues. For this Area Sales Manager / External Sales role, a background selling into roofing contractors would be ideal, however if you have sold similar products within the construction supplies sector this is also of interest. Sales experience is 100% required but this could be based on a previous internal or external role. Key Attributes: Previous experience within a Sales role within the construction supplies / building materials sector e.g. builders merchants, Roofing merchants or distributor Customer focused Good communication and negotiation Do you have experience within a relevant builders merchants? Do you have sales experience with building materials? Then please apply For further information on this genuinely interesting sales role please apply online. INDS

Role: Area Sales Manager Location: An external role, covering the South East and East Anglia Sector: Building Materials / Specialist Roofing products Package: 45,000 - 50,000 + Bonus + Car We are looking for an Area Sales Manager for our client. Selling specialist Roofing products into Roofing contractors across the region. They are a market leader and are looking for a sales driven individual to drive sales forward. Account Management New Business Opportunities Covering South East England Monday - Friday Sales and Construction Supplies Experience Strong Sales Drive This position requires someone who is really confident talking to people, understanding their needs and acting on this to provide sterling service to the customer. Attention to detail is also key. There are clear rewards within this company though - the right people can progress further and genuine talent will always be respected. Dealing with many large sectors within the market but also targeting niches sectors, this a well respected and highly successful business. As an Area Sales Manager we are looking for someone with a Strong Sales drive and able to build long lasting relationships with customers and colleagues. For this Area Sales Manager / External Sales role, a background selling into roofing contractors would be ideal, however if you have sold similar products within the construction supplies sector this is also of interest. Sales experience is 100% required but this could be based on a previous internal or external role. Key Attributes: Previous experience within a Sales role within the construction supplies / building materials sector e.g. builders merchants, Roofing merchants or distributor Customer focused Good communication and negotiation Do you have experience within a relevant builders merchants? Do you have sales experience with building materials? Then please apply For further information on this genuinely interesting sales role please apply online. INDS