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Commercial Manager

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Breedon Group plc is a leading vertically integrated construction materials group in Great Britain, Ireland, and the USA. We're dedicated to providing high-quality materials and services for the construction industry, with a commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation. Joining Breedon means becoming part of a team that values excellence and is committed to making a positive impact.

Key Responsibilities

The Commercial Manager is responsible for leading, managing and directing a Sales team within a specific geographic area to achieve excellent customer service performance as well as generating sales for each of the plants, building customer relationships and generating strategies to increase opportunities and profitability.

  • Lead and implement the Commercial strategy including processes and procedures in the pursuit of winning work and achieving required Sales revenue/margin, budgets and targets
  • Provide superior customer service and deliver a continual improvement in business growth in accordance with strategic objectives
  • Establish and maintain relationships with key business customers at the appropriate level, to understand their objectives and ensure they are delivered
  • Secure key targeted major opportunities and position the business as market choice
  • Provide clients with material prices and technical information and manage enquiries
  • Liaise with quarries to ensure material to suit customer needs are available at the correct times and provide effective communication to customers
  • Compile reports with regards to weekly/monthly sales revenue; forecasting sales, recommendations on cost-effectiveness and annual budget
  • Maintain a high degree of market and competitor awareness raising the profile and brand of the Breedon Group
  • Develop a highly professional sales team through a strong performance management culture
  • Motivate team to maximise commercial performance and foster good working relationships between departments
  • Support the General Manager to establish and monitor KPIs and review those KPI’s with the Sales team

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

  • Qualified to degree level in a relevant subject and/or have extensive relevant experience operating at a senior level within a commercial role
  • Experience of the construction environment
  • Commercially focused and ability to respond appropriately on your own to improve outcomes and process’s and assumes responsibility for your own performance
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and work in a dynamic work environment
  • Highly effective communicator and facilitator, able to collaborate across teams and levels
  • Ability to develop strong and lasting customer relationships & value-added solutions
  • Exceptional customer service skills with a strong work ethic
  • Strong organisational and multitasking skills
  • Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel and Powerpoint) Word and experience with CRM software
  • Attention to detail and a right first time attitude

Job Benefits

  • Contributory Company Pension Scheme
  • 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays on top
  • Annual Company Bonus Scheme
  • Company car or Car Allowance
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Holiday Purchase Scheme, up to 5 days per holiday year
  • Volunteer Scheme
  • Share Saver Scheme
  • Company Life Assurance Scheme
  • Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Scheme
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
  • Discounts on a wide range of products through our employee benefits platform
  • Broad learning opportunities and career progression pathways

Diversity Statement:

At Breedon Group, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. We believe in equality of opportunity for all and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Join Us:
If you're looking for a role that challenges you, offers progression, and contributes to building better futures, we'd love to hear from you. This position is an opportunity to grow your career within a supportive and dynamic environment at Breedon Group.
Application Process:
Ready to make a meaningful difference? Apply now by submitting your CV. We look forward to considering your application and potentially welcoming you to our team.

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