Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager – Be the Face of Sales at Joseph Parr (Northants) Ltd

Based in Kettering | Full-Time | Field-Based | Company Vehicle Provided

Hi there — we're Joseph Parr (Northants) Ltd, an independent Builders and Timber Merchant proudly rooted in Kettering. We support local builders, contractors, and tradespeople — and now, we're growing.

With new product lines, refreshed stock, and a stronger presence than ever, we’re looking for an External Business Development Manager to take our brand even further across the region.

This role is all about being out there: building genuine, lasting relationships, solving problems, and driving profitable growth.

• Actively seeking out and winning new business across your territory
• Supporting our new account holders to promote our full proposition, nurturing spend in the early life cycle of the account
• Visiting building sites, and customer premises — wherever the work is
• Identifying customer needs and offering smart, tailored product solutions
• Quoting, pricing, and negotiating deals that deliver for both sides
• Collaborating with the branch team to ensure top‑notch service and fulfilment
• Working closely with internal sales and management to smash targets

• Proven external sales experience — ideally in builders’ merchants, timber, or construction supplies
• A self‑starting attitude with great time and territory management
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of the local building trade scene is a big plus

• Competitive base salary, with the opportunity to significantly increase OTE through our tailored bonus scheme
• Simple and Transparent trading platform which allows you to trade, we recognise and reward the growth in profitable sales
• Company vehicle, fuel card, laptop and mobile phone
• Full product and systems training
• A supportive, close-knit team that wants you to succeed
• Clear opportunities for progression within a growing business
• A key role with real autonomy in a territory full of potential

At Joseph Parr (Northants) Ltd, we’re not just shifting stock — we’re building partnerships.

If you're a natural people person with a solid understanding of the trade and a hunger to grow, I want to hear from you.

Send your CV and a short cover note to Danny.sul

Or call us directly at  /  and let’s have a proper chat about the role.

Let’s get out there and grow something great.

Danny Sullivan
Sales Manager
Joseph Parr (Northants) Ltd

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Business Development and Sales

• Building Materials