Regional Solid Surface Manager | North of EnglandMidlands

Birmingham - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 11 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Regional Solid Surface Manager North of England/Midlands

Howdens Joinery is looking for a Regional Solid Surface Manager to oversee the growth and profitability of our North England/Midlands region. As a FTSE 100 business with an ambitious growth agenda this is a fantastic opportunity to lead our field-based fitting teams in delivering a truly bespoke worktop installation service that reflects the quality and craftsmanship our customers expect.

In this role youll ensure that every installation is completed safely efficiently and to the highest standard. Youll play a key part in developing our solid surface operations managing performance driving process improvements and promoting a strong safety and service culture across the region.

Location Field-based North England & Midlands

Contract Permanent Full-time

Reporting to Head of Solid Surfaces

What youll be doing as a Regional Solid Surface Manager:

Lead and support the growth and profitability of solid surface installations across your region.
Manage fitting teams through the Installation Manager ensuring a professional consistent and safe installation service.
Liaise with factory teams to track and manage KPIs for template and installation performance.
Implement effective reporting systems to monitor compliance cost control and performance metrics while reviewing customer feedback and addressing any issues.
Host and participate in staff and builder forums sharing best practice and identifying opportunities for improvement.
Represent your region at regional board and factory service meetings providing updates and insights on performance and progress.
Support Area and Depot Managers in promoting the fitting service educating teams on new products and processes and building confidence across the sales network.
Take responsibility for all health and safety aspects of the regional solid surface fitting operation ensuring full compliance with company and legislative standards.

What do you need to qualify for the Regional Solid Surface Manager:

Proven line management experience ideally within field-based or installation teams.
Background in the trade merchant or construction industry.
Strong understanding of health and safety legislation related to installation and field operations.
Excellent influencing coaching and relationship-building skills.
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and drive informed decisions.
Resilient adaptable and solution-focused able to see challenges as opportunities for improvement.

What we can offer you:

Competitive salary and annual company bonus
Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%
Company car laptop and mobile
25 days holiday plus bank holidays& opportunity to buy extra holidays
Staff discount on Howdens products
Exceptional reward and recognition events

About us:

Howdens Joinery is the UKs number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens joinery and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe making us the first choice for more than 460000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan we continue to build on our 2.2 billion sales made last year.

There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That along with a competitive salary development opportunities and exciting rewards are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens and why we have been named as one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

How to apply:

We are building a future where world-class service innovation and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Regional Solid Surface Manager then we are keen to hear from you.

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. Were working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process please email with the job title and location and we will be happy to help you.

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Regional Solid Surface Manager North of England/MidlandsHowdens Joinery is looking for a Regional Solid Surface Manager to oversee the growth and profitability of our North England/Midlands region. As a FTSE 100 business with an ambitious growth agenda this is a fantastic opportunity to lead our fi...