General Manager - Building​/Construction products - East Anglia

General Manager – Building/Construction Products (East Anglia)

Opportunity has become available for a sales‑and‑commercially focussed General Manager who will have full P&L and budget responsibility for a rapidly expanding manufacturing business in the construction supply chain.

We are looking for a candidate with proven sales and commercial leadership capabilities in a high‑quality environment, a customer‑focused approach, strong contacts and understanding across the construction supply chain working with key contractors and specifiers.

• Lead, mentor and develop direct reports and the wider employee base, providing guidance and an environment in which they can thrive and achieve their potential.
• Have proven experience of working with NEC contracts and related commercial negotiations/administration.
• Control all aspects of the business including forecasting and budgeting.
• Manage key customer and supplier relationships to be the voice of the customer within the business and to grow these relationships.
• Monitor industry trends and technology advancements to reduce costs and ensure the business remains competitive.
• Develop strong relationships across the business to understand market requirements and drive manufacturing innovation, especially for bespoke projects.
• Ensure that KPIs are managed and maintained to a satisfactory level.

• Demonstrable senior sales/commercial experience in construction materials manufacturing.
• Experience or specialist knowledge in production (desirable).
• Understanding of the construction value chain.
• Ability to sell innovative technical solutions rather than just single products.
• A structured approach to sales leadership with a background in adding value through training, mentoring, coaching and supporting teams.
• An open and likeable personality with honest and open communication, integrity.
• Ideally experience of working within an entrepreneurial SME manufacturing business.
• Strong analytical mindset who understands their business inside and out, including performance, forecasting and EBIT/profit focus.
• Located within commuting distance of the Head Office in East Anglia.

Competitive executive salary and comprehensive benefits package (details to be confirmed).

Excellent opportunities for professional development and growth.

If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge, we encourage you to apply today!

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level.

Employment type:

Full‑time.

Job function:
Business Development and Sales.

Industries:
Building Construction.