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Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Remote

South east, United kingdom

£ 50,000 /year

Full Time

26-01-2026

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Skills

Communication Sales Product Knowledge business development

Job Specifications

About the Role

A well-established business within the timber and building materials industry is seeking an experienced Sales Manager – Timber Products to drive growth across merchants, contractors, distributors, and regional partners.

This is a pivotal opportunity for a proactive salesperson with strong timber sector experience to take ownership of a region, build long-term relationships, and expand market presence for a respected supplier.

Key Responsibilities-

New Business Development: Identify, approach, and secure new merchant, contractor, and distributor accounts.
Account Management: Grow and retain existing customers, increasing repeat orders and product uptake.
Pipeline Management: Build and maintain a structured, high‑quality sales pipeline with accurate forecasting.
Market Representation: Attend site visits, merchant counters, and industry events to promote products and strengthen relationships.
Product Development Support: Drive growth across battens, carcassing, cladding, and specialist timber lines while feeding market insight back into the business.

Required Profile –

Strong experience in timber sales
Solid product knowledge across key timber categories
A well-established UK network within merchants and contractors
A track record of winning, developing, and retaining accounts
Confidence working autonomously in a growing organisation
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

If you are an experienced timber sales professional seeking a high-impact role with scope to shape a growing business, we’d welcome your application.

About the Company

Harbourne Associates focus their attention on the Sales, eCommerce, Marketing and Management sectors. They work with a large number of key industries, including FMCG, retail HQ, premium/luxury brands, pharma, foodservice, drinks, high-end fashion, hair and beauty, drinks, construction and engineering. Already partnering many global leading organisations, we want to be the preferred supplier for advice and support.. Our consultants really understand the business drivers of our clients and tailor the selection process to ensur... Know more