Job Description

Sales Manager

B24, Birmingham
Full-Time | Permanent | Competitive Salary + Annual Company Bonus

Skirting World Ltd is one of the UK's leading manufacturers and suppliers of MDF mouldings, including skirting boards, architraves, and other interior finishing products. Known for our speed, quality, and innovation, we've grown rapidly in recent years and continue to push boundaries in both product offering and service delivery.

We are now seeking an ambitious and commercially driven Sales Manager to lead our B2B expansion efforts, targeting property developers, contractors, and builders' merchants across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a key growth area within the business, with real autonomy and impact.

About the Role: This role is ideal for someone with a strong sales background in the woodworking, construction, or building materials industry, who enjoys building long-term relationships and closing high-value deals. In addition to driving sales growth, the successful candidate will also be responsible for leading and mentoring a small internal sales team, using their industry experience to support development and performance improvement.You will play a pivotal role in identifying and securing new business opportunities, managing client accounts, and strengthening Skirting World's presence in the commercial property and trade sectors. This is an office-based role, working Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, from our Birmingham HQ.

Key Responsibilities:

Proactively identify, approach, and develop relationships with property developers, housebuilders, contractors, and builders' merchants

Create and manage a robust pipeline of new business opportunities

Prepare and deliver tailored proposals, presentations, and pricing strategies to meet client needs

Negotiate and secure large-scale supply agreements and long-term contracts

Work closely with internal departments (production, logistics, and customer service) to ensure smooth delivery and ongoing client satisfaction

Attend trade shows, exhibitions, and networking events to represent the company and generate leads

Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and market movements to inform sales strategy

Provide regular reports and updates to senior leadership on sales performance, forecasts, and growth opportunities

About You:

We're looking for a self-starter with a strong commercial instinct and deep understanding of the woodworking and construction industries. You'll be confident, personable, and highly motivated by results.

Minimum 5 years' experience in a B2B sales role within the woodworking or construction materials sector is essential

A proven track record of securing and managing large accounts or supply contracts

Strong network or existing contacts within property development or merchant sectors

Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills

Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced office environment

Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple opportunities and projects

What We Offer:

Competitive base salary, reflective of experience

Annual company bonus based on performance and targets

28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

On-site parking at our Birmingham HQ

A collaborative, forward-thinking work environment with room for career progression

The opportunity to make a tangible impact on the growth and direction of a leading UK manufacturer

Ready to drive growth and build strong industry partnerships with Skirting World Ltd?
Send your CV and a short cover letter to hayden.hart@skirtingworld.co.uk - we'd love to hear from you.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,000.00-50,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 27/07/2025