At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive sales and promote Crown Paints brands in Newcastle and surrounding areas.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at Crown Paints, a leader in the industry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company car, phone, laptop, and generous leave.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Shape the future of a renowned brand while growing your sales career.
- Qualifications: B2B sales experience, strong negotiation skills, and a valid driving licence.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Join a fast‑paced and exciting sales force. Be part of our ambitious sales team and help shape the future success of the Crown Paints brands. We’re looking for a Contractor/Specification Sales Manager to join our Contractor Team. Covering Newcastle and surrounding areas, you will promote and sell Crown trade brands, Sandtex Trade, and Sadolin Trade brands via sales and specification assigned to a specific geographic area and customer group. Postcodes: DH, Dl, IM, NE, SR, LA, CA, TS.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to and implement national promotional strategy and measure own performance/effectiveness.
- Drive regional promotions to give the territory a competitive advantage.
- Strategically develop nominated accounts to increase sustainable profitable sales growth.
- Manage nominated accounts and clients.
- Identify, develop and manage new opportunities.
- Identify key strategic clients for development.
- Manage secured business and implement tailored specification support packages to include detailed site condition surveys.
- Produce highly detailed technical specifications.
Required Skills and Experience
- Previous B2B sales experience within a field‑based sales role, preferably in the construction/trades industry.
- Specification and technical proficiency to understand and communicate product and technical information.
- Strong influencing and negotiation skills.
- Commercially aware with an understanding of margin improvement.
- Ability to work independently and be self‑motivated.
- Must hold a current valid driving licence; a company car will be provided.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Company car, phone and laptop.
- 28 days basic annual leave per year (plus 8 bank holidays).
- Discounts and vouchers on Crown products.
- Generous pension plan with company match and double contribution.
- Other benefits relating to health and wellbeing.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Contractor/Specification Sales Manager in Darwen employer: Hempel Paints Kuwait Company W.L.L.
Crown Paints is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where ambitious sales professionals can thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, our team enjoys competitive salaries, a generous benefits package including a company car, and a commitment to health and wellbeing. Join us in Newcastle and be part of a diverse and inclusive culture that values your contributions and supports your career aspirations.
Contact Details:
Hempel Paints Kuwait Company W.L.L. Recruitment Team
