Chief Executive Officer - Builders Merchants Federation

Chief Executive Officer - Builders Merchants Federation

6 February, 2026

Following further investment in the strategic development of the business, an excellent opportunity has arisen for a Chief Executive Officer within the Builders Merchant Federation, who are one of the leading trade associations supplying into the construction materials supply sector.

The Builders Merchant Federation (BMF) is one of the largest and fastest growing trade associations within the UK building materials sector with over 1,000 members including merchants, building materials suppliers and service/affiliate members who in total represent over 200,000 employees in the UK.

Based on the most recent data from the BMF, the total membership (comprising merchant, supplier, and service companies) generates a combined turnover of over £51.6 billion.

With their head office in Coventry and a London based office, the BMF has a focus on supporting members through training, networking and lobbying for government support. The BMF is also renowned for bringing the industry together with leading conferences and events.

Job Purpose:

Reporting into the Executive Chair, the Chief Executive Officer is responsible for all strategic and commercial aspects of the BMF. The goal of the CEO is to continue to drive member growth, engagement and retention by adding value across all areas of the BMF’s service offerings to advance and promote the industry’s interests, strengthen membership value, build profitable revenue streams and ensure the association remains a highly trusted and respected partner to its members.

To thrive as a CEO for the BMF the successful candidate will be an inspiring leader with a business mindset and the ability to develop and implement a high-quality vision and strategy that delivers results, supporting the internal and external objectives of the trade association.

We are looking for a proven leader with experience of working in a Chief Executive Officer or Commercial Director level role within a Trade Association or Construction / Building Materials related environment.

• Experience in developing growth strategies and implementing a vision.
• Familiarity with diverse business functions such as sales, marketing and public relations.
• Has strong influencing skills at Managing Director/CEO/Business Owner level.
• Adaptable to each and every business situation.
• Be commercially focused with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Have proven leadership skills with a track record of mentoring and developing people and teams.
• Analytical abilities and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills.
• Within commuting distance to both the BMF Coventry and London office.

To apply or to discuss your candidacy for the role confidentially please reach out to the BMF retained Executive Search Partner, Andrew Ward  at Page Executive, mobile: +44 7552 000797