Regional Contract Manager

At Howdens were looking for a commercially driven Regional Contract Sales Manager to help grow our expanding New Build Contracts division.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious sales professional who thrives on building relationships spotting opportunities and winning major projects. Youll be responsible for developing new business across New-Build developments working with developers contractors housing providers and construction professionals to secure large-scale kitchen and joinery contracts.

If youre an entrepreneurial sales manager who enjoys opening doors influencing decision-makers and seeing the direct impact of your success wed love to hear from you.

What Youll Be Doing

As a Regional Contract Sales Manager youll be at the forefront of driving growth across your region identifying opportunities and developing long-term partnerships that generate significant business value.

Youll be responsible for:

• Winning new business and growing existing New Build contract accounts
• Building relationships with developers contractors construction firms housing providers and key industry stakeholders
• Identifying pursuing and converting new project opportunities from enquiry through to contract award
• Attending client meetings presentations and tender interviews to promote the Howdens proposition
• Preparing and supporting competitive tenders and commercial proposals
• Working closely with Kitchen Designers to develop innovative and practical solutions for customers
• Managing a pipeline of live opportunities and producing accurate sales forecasts
• Negotiating commercial agreements to achieve profitable growth
• Monitoring market trends competitor activity and development opportunities across your region
• Acting as a trusted partner to customers delivering exceptional service before during and after the sale
• Collaborating with internal teams to ensure projects are delivered successfully and exceed customer expectations

What Were Looking For

Were keen to speak to confident and ambitious business development professionals who enjoy creating opportunities and building long-term customer relationships.

Youll ideally bring:

• Proven success in business development sales or account management
• Experience working within construction building products interiors housing fit-out kitchens manufacturing or related sectors
• A track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets
• Strong presentation networking and negotiation skills
• The confidence to engage with stakeholders at all levels
• Commercial awareness with the ability to identify profitable opportunities
• Excellent relationship-building capabilities
• Strong organisational and pipeline management skills
• A self-motivated entrepreneurial approach with a drive to succeed
• Full UK driving licence

What Youll Receive

• 45-50000 salary plus bonus opportunity
• Company car or car allowance
• Laptop and mobile phone
• Excellent pension scheme with up to 12% employer contributions
• 25 days holiday increasing with length of service
• Staff discount on Howdens products
• Share awards and colleague recognition schemes
• Ongoing training development and career progression opportunities

Who This Role Would Suit

This role could be ideal if youve previously worked as a:

• Regional Sales Manager
• Business Development Manager
• Key Account Manager
• Area Sales Manager
• Specification Sales Manager
• Contracts Manager
• National Account Manager
• Construction Sales Manager
• Kitchen Contracts Manager
• Commercial Manager

Why Howdens

As the UKs number one trade kitchen supplier Howdens continues to invest in its people products and future growth.

Last year our sales exceeded 2.3 billion and our Contracts Division remains a key part of our ambitious growth plans. Youll join a business where entrepreneurial thinking is encouraged success is recognised and talented people are given the freedom and support to build rewarding careers.

If youre motivated by growth enjoy winning new business and want to make a genuine impact within a market-leading organisation wed love to hear from you.

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About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale Howdens remains a local business with traditional values.
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 one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

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.

Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.

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