Jobs in Shackleton

Roofing Sales Manager
Location: Huddersfield
Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 – 17:00
Salary: £40,000 – £60,000 Basic + Company Car

We are seeking an experienced and driven Roofing Sales Manager to join our growing team based in Huddersfield. This is a field-based role focused on developing and managing relationships across roofing contractors, house builders, builders, developers, and trade customers.

The successful candidate will play a key role in driving sales growth, developing new business opportunities, managing existing customer accounts, and supporting branch operations when required.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and manage sales opportunities across roofing contractors, house builders, builders, and property developers.
Generate and win new business while maintaining and growing existing customer accounts.
Carry out regular client visits and support other branches when required.
Contribute to the delivery of sales and margin targets whilst maintaining strong customer value propositions.
Define and implement branch stock profiles, special buys, product trials, new product introductions, and exit plans.
Negotiate with suppliers to secure the best pricing, lead times, minimum order quantities, and commercial terms.
Ensure legal obligations are met in relation to buying practices.
Monitor sales and cost price mix to maximise margins alongside the management team.
Review and develop the supply base to maintain a competitive market advantage.
Manage supplier files and upload relevant information.
Formalise supplier agreements and communicate key details with stock management teams.
Negotiate supplier promotions to improve product awareness, value, and sales opportunities.
Implement plans to manage slow-moving stock.
Work on merchandising, marketing, and promotional activity.
Support branch staff in improving product knowledge and credibility within roofing categories.
Attend relevant industry meetings, category forums, and supplier events where required.
Build sustainable customer pipelines by:

Identifying leads and converting opportunities into sales
Interpreting architects’ drawings and generating quotations
Providing product information and identifying service improvements

Monitor competitor activity, pricing, and market trends, providing recommendations to management.
Attend meetings and undertake any additional reasonable duties requested by management.
Candidate Requirements

Proven experience within the roofing industry, ideally with a buying and/or sales background.
Ability to interpret drawings and produce quotations.
Strategic thinker with a proactive, “can-do” attitude.
IT literate with the ability to manage systems and supplier information.
What We Offer

Competitive basic salary of £40,000 – £60,000 DOE
Company car
Monday to Friday working hours
Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious business
Long-term career development opportunities
Thanks for applying for this role. If you have any questions, please contact Shannon Clough at Interaction Recruitment Leeds using / (phone number removed)

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