National Sales Manager – Construction

Job description

Are you a high‑performing sales leader with proven success in the construction or building materials sector?

Do you thrive in fast‑paced, competitive markets and know how to build a motivated, results‑driven sales team?

Bostik UK is looking for an outstanding National Sales Manager – Construction to lead our field‑based team, drive commercial performance, and deliver sustainable growth across the UK.

Reporting to the Divisional Sales Director – Construction, you will take full ownership of the Construction division’s sales, margin and cost performance. You’ll lead a team of Area Sales Managers and a Key Account Manager, focusing on coaching, development, and high‑impact customer engagement.

This is a hands‑on leadership role where you’ll spend significant time in the field, supporting the team, strengthening relationships with key customers, and ensuring we win—consistently and profitably.

• Own and deliver annual sales, margin and cost budgets
• Provide clear objectives, accurate forecasting and disciplined execution
• Lead, coach and develop the field sales team to exceed performance goals
• Drive a culture of accountability, ownership and continuous improvement
• Conduct joint customer visits to support, coach and elevate team capability
• Build and maintain influential relationships with key customers
• Lead strategic customer engagement to unlock new business opportunities
• Implement joint business plans aligned with customer and company goals
• Ensure successful execution of new product launches
• Collaborate with Marketing, Commercial and Supply Chain teams on growth strategies, pricing and market execution
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends, responding with clear commercial actions
• Champion the use of Salesforce, Power BI, SAP and BEX for data-led decision making
• Represent Bostik at industry events, customer meetings and internal forums

This role operates within highly competitive, fast‑moving construction markets, where innovation and customer understanding are critical. You will play a key part in building a flexible, high-performing team capable of meeting evolving market demands while supporting Bostik’s wider UK business objectives.

• Proven track record delivering sales growth in construction or building materials
• Strong leadership experience managing field-based sales teams
• Ability to coach, develop and drive performance through others
• Commercially sharp with excellent negotiation and customer relationship skills
• Highly organised, analytical and strong in forecasting and planning
• Resilient, results-driven and adaptable in a fast-paced environment

At Bostik, you’ll be part of a business known for innovation, specialist product development and strong market presence. You’ll lead a critical division with real autonomy, influence and opportunity to make a measurable impact.

If you’re a confident, energetic leader who loves winning in the market — we want to hear from you.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Stafford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

12-04-2026

Profession type

Sales

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English