Established in 2010, Northern Building Plastics stock the largest range of cellular products at all of our trade super depots. From Fascia and Soffit, Rainwater and Window Trims, all in a wide range of foils and colours, to Soil and Waste, Cladding, Underground and Roofing products, you will find everything you need all in one place.

NBP are a rapidly progressing Company and we are continually seeking exceptional team players whose values align with our core values (Respect, Integrity, Encouragement, Knowledge and Self Development).

We’re thrilled to share that we have an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Manager.

Sales area coverage*:

• West Midlands - B Birmingham; DY Dudley; HR Hereford; WR Worcester; WS Walsall; WV Wolverhampton

* Candidate must be within a reasonable commutable distance from depot / sales patch

Responsibilities of Our Business Development Manager:

• Strategic Growth: Develop and implement strategies to ensure long-term growth and expand the company’s market presence within the allocated area.
• Market Analysis: Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities, emerging trends, and competitive landscape.
• Partnership Development: Identify, negotiate, and establish strategic partnerships and alliances to enhance business opportunities.
• Customer Service: Deliver outstanding customer service to both existing and new clients, ensuring a positive sales journey from beginning to end.
• Customer Relations: Represent the company in a professional and proactive manner by maintaining and managing an allocated portfolio of the company’s existing customer base, ensuring their experience is exceptional.
• Generating New Business: Proactively identify and acquire new customers through various sales techniques.
• Reporting: Actively update the company’s CRM system and provide reports on current sales activity during sales meetings.
• Training: Support the training and development of new and less experienced employees.

What We Look for in Our Business Development Managers:

• Industry Experience: Strong experience selling materials within the building industry.
• Sales Achievement: Established ability to achieve and exceed margin and sales targets.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities to effectively convey sales pitches and negotiate with customers or prospective customers.
• Proactive Attitude: Proactive and committed to achieving success.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement long-term growth strategies.
• Relationship Building: Strong skills in building and maintaining relationships with customers and prospective customers.
• Negotiation Skills: Proficiency in negotiating to secure favourable terms.
• Market Insight: Deep understanding of the building market trends and the ability to identify new business opportunities.
• Analytical Skills: Capability to analyse data and make informed business decisions.
• Account Management: Experience in managing customer accounts from start to finish, ensuring timely and successful service.
• Networking Skills: Ability to build and leverage a network of industry contacts.
• Problem-Solving: Creative and effective problem-solving skills to overcome challenges.
• Business Acumen: Strong understanding of business operations and the ability to align strategies with company goals.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing market conditions and business environments.

In return, you will receive:

• Competitive salary*
• Robust sales OTE structure (introduced after successful training period)
• Car allowance with option of electric vehicle following successful probation
• 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Free Life Assurance Plan of 2 x your Annual Salary
• Christmas shutdown, returning in the new year.
• Employee discount
• Staff Referral Scheme
• Employee Assistance program (EAP)
• Virtual GP service
• Discount platform
• Digital gym

*Salary subject to experience.