District Sales Manager in Banbury

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK. We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development. We aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

This role sits at the heart of the business. You’ll be responsible for achieving profitable sales, protecting and growing market share, and strengthening customer relationships to ensure Smiths Concrete’s position in the market is optimised. You won’t just be selling a product; you’ll be providing tailored commercial solutions, working closely with customers to understand their requirements and delivering value through service, insight and expertise.

The Opportunity

• Full responsibility for the commercial performance and development of the concrete business within a defined geographic area
• Build, maintain and deepen strong, long‐term customer relationships, ensuring Heidelberg Materials remains the partner of choice
• Actively grow the customer base, combining excellent service with strong sales capability and innovative, customer‐focused solutions
• Work collaboratively with the wider commercial and operational teams to deliver seamless customer experiences
• Report, forecast and analyse sales performance, using market intelligence to identify opportunities and respond to competitive activity
• Proactively seek out growth opportunities while maintaining profitable margins

About You

• A proven track record in a sales or commercial role, ideally within construction, building materials, concrete or a related sector
• Naturally relationship‐focused — confident engaging with customers at all levels
• Commercially astute, data‐driven and motivated by delivering results
• Able to work autonomously while contributing positively to a team environment
• Full UK driving licence

What’s in It for You

• Salary up to £42,500, plus bonus
• Company car
• Hybrid working Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
• A fixed‐term opportunity within a global, market‐leading organisation
• The chance to make a genuine impact in a well‐established local business

At Heidelberg Materials, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we’re committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.

Rewards & Benefits

• We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including: Armed Forces Covenant (Gold), Disability Confident, 5% Club (Platinum), Mates in Mind, Clear Assured, STEM Ambassador, MPQC Member
• Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
• Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options, Season and travel ticket loans
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
• Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
• Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities

At Heidelberg Materials UK, we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business. We understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement.

If you're interested in joining our team, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience or skill set doesn't perfectly align with the job description. Creating a candidate home page is optional, when asked, but you can use this to quickly see the progress of your application(s). You may still be the right fit for this or other roles within our company.

Heidelberg Materials is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

We understand that women may face unique challenges in their careers, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment to help you thrive. Our family-friendly policies, such as enhanced maternity and parental leave, neonatal care, and adoption support, will provide you with the flexibility and support you need to balance your personal and professional commitments.

We also offer a range of benefits, such as access to our Employee Assistance Program, trained mental health first aiders, discounted private medical benefits and much more, to ensure your wellbeing is prioritized.