Business Unit Manager

We are looking for a dynamic and commercially minded Business Unit Manager for our Nevill Long specialism namely drywall to drive performance and lead a successful sales team within our East London branch. This role will focus on achieving sales and profitability targets in key market sectors, while nurturing a stable client base and delivering exceptional customer service.

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What You’ll Be Doing

• Achieve and exceed sales and margin targets in key sectors
• Develop strong relationships with new and existing customers
• Lead, motivate, and develop the Internal Sales team
• Collaborate with External Sales, Operations, and Suppliers to drive commercial performance
• Plan and execute sales strategies, promotions, and pricing initiatives
• Oversee compliance with company procedures, including credit control and health & safety
• Support recruitment, training, and development through the Encon Academy
• Drive continuous improvement in customer service and team performance

What We’re Looking For

You’ll be a confident and results-driven individual with a customer-first approach and a proven background in sales and people management with industry relevant experience.

Key Skills & Experience

Sales and customer service expertise

Strong leadership and team development skills

Excellent communication and negotiation abilities

Commercially savvy and detail-oriented

IT-literate, especially with MS Office

Knowledge of the construction or distribution sector (desirable)

Behaviours That Drive Success

• Customer-focused
• Results-driven
• Collaborative and personable
• Commercially aware
• Strong attention to detail