Trade Market Manager

Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within the Marketing department could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.

As a Group we are a global manufacturer of construction materials and our 41,500 team members in 90 countries across 300 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone\’s contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Trade Marketing Manager to join our dynamic Marketing team at our Head Office in Sittingbourne. This hybrid role offers the flexibility of working remotely up to two days per week.

Can you say yes?

• Are you commercial and analytical, with experience of working within the construction sector being an advantage?

• Do you have a track record in delivering growth and profitability across a product category?

• Are you a relationship builder and a confident networker?

If so we would welcome your application.

What you’ll be doing:

As our Trade Market Manager, you would act as the champion and voice of the distributors, merchants and sub-contractors within the UK business, providing tailored marketing support to enhance the customer experience, drive engagement, and maximise sales of Knauf products and services. You would develop and implement coordinated trade marketing campaigns in collaboration with the National Accounts Team to improve product mix, increase sales, and strengthen Knauf’s position in the market.

Responsibilities include:

Customer Channel Expertise:

• Act as the knowledge hub for customer channels (Distribution, Merchants, Retail, Installers), building strong relationships to understand their needs and market influences

• Deliver tailored messaging to drive sales of Knauf products and services.

• Attend customer meetings, industry events, and forums to gather insights and promote Knauf’s value proposition.

Brand Representation:

• Ensure consistent and impactful representation of the Knauf brand, adhering to brand guidelines.

• Develop and implement brand-focused POS materials to enhance visibility and engagement.

• Create and deliver training programs for distributors, merchants, and subcontractors on Knauf products.

• Collaborate with the Data & Document Controller to ensure easy access to product and system data.

Customer Marketing & Collaboration:

• Develop joint marketing plans with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring effective use of marketing funds.

• Identify and address customer pain points, improving the overall customer experience.

• Support product launches and create propositions to influence key decision-makers.

• Build partnerships with industry training providers to promote the Knauf brand.

• Provide the sales team with tailored, branded materials for trade audiences and events.

Market Intelligence & Performance Monitoring:

• Track competitor activity, identify opportunities and risks, and recommend strategies to stay competitive.

• Monitor sales performance, deliver mitigation plans, and evaluate ROI on marketing activities to ensure budget efficiency.

Collaboration & Integration:

• Work closely with the Brand & Communications Manager to ensure cohesive messaging and campaign delivery across all channels.

What we’d love for you to have:

• CIM Marketing or business qualification.

• Demonstrable merchant or trade experience.

• Commercial and analytical, with experience of working within the construction sector an advantage.

• Track record in delivering growth and profitability across a product category.

• Proven record of bringing new products to market.

• Experience of working cross functionally in project management and delivery.

• Highly commercial with the ability to manage budgets and calculate ROI.

• Relationship builder & confident networker.

• Strong project management skills are essential.

• Capable of effectively managing budgets.

We will provide:

• Competitive salary of around £45,000 + car allowance + bonus

• Three paid days leave for community, charitable, or voluntary commitments.

• 7% employer pension contribution.

• Level 3 Westfield Cashplan Healthcare.

• Income Protection

• Access to a Reward & Benefits platform.

• Access to Employee Assistance Program (legal or medical advice).

• Life Assurance (x 4 times your basic salary).

• Cycle to Work Scheme and Tech Scheme

What happens next?

We appreciate that your time is precious and applying for a new job can be a lengthy process – so we have committed to replying to your application within three working days.