Business Development Manager Independent + Buying Group

Business Development Manager – London – Independent + Buying Group

• Full-time
• Global Contract type:
  Permanent
• Region: EMEA
• Area:
  Europe North
• Global Department:
  Other Admin

At Sika, we're not just a specialty chemicals company, we're pioneers in revolutionising the building sector and industrial manufacturing. With a global presence spanning over 102 countries, with over 400 factories and a workforce of more than 34,000, we're at the forefront of developing cutting‑edge solutions that transform the construction and transport sector towards greater environmental compatibility.

We are looking for a field salesperson to join our Southwest team, which covers central London and some surrounding counties. The candidate will ideally live in and around West or Northern London. The successful candidate will be responsible for all independent and buying group customers within the territory.

The team consists of 4 Business Development Managers and this role would suit an individual that is proactive, has strong relationship building skills, enthusiastic and a desire to succeed.

To maximise sales and profitability through the education, and relationship management of customers and potential customers within the Distribution Market.

Achieving Sales and margin budget for the region.

Develop strategies to achieve company targets.

Growth of Market share across the Independent and buying group Distribution Market.

Measure for success by utilising the CRM system.

Personal Development through training.

You will be rewarded with a competitive salary, and a sweep of great benefits. We pride ourselves on our total reward package:

• Bonus Scheme
• Holiday 25 days rising to 28 days with service, plus bank holidays.
• A company pension contribution of up to 10%
• Private healthcare for you, with option to add family.
• Group life cover at 6x your annual salary
• Global Income Protection (PHI)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Staff discount platform & Cycle to Work scheme.
• Dedicated Service Awards for reaching key milestones.
• Selected discounted Sika products.

The UK Distribution team is one of trust, honesty & respect, motivation and fun, being supportive, sharing our passion and collaborating.

Strong field sales experience within the construction industry.

Strategic management of area to maximise sales and profitability.

Ability to develop strong customer relationships. Industry knowledge would be advantageous.

Must be I.T Literate and have working knowledge of CRM systems.

Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

Self‑motivated and results driven.

A significant commitment to professional and personal development from day one, including a comprehensive local, product knowledge and leadership development initiatives complimented by a global Sika Business School offering.

Minimum of 2 years field sales experience.

Proven track record of delivering results.

Must live in the area to be covered.

Must be I.T literate and have working knowledge of CRM systems.

Industry/competitor knowledge would be advantageous.

Potential Career Routes:
Key account management and Sales Management where possible

The opportunity to progress within a global company across a variety of business areas.

We welcome expressions of interest from all eligible applicants. The Construction Industry and the Sika salesforce remain disproportionately under‑represented by women and we therefore particularly welcome applications from women interested in a sales career in the building supplies and materials industry. Accordingly, we aim to provide an enabling and inclusive working environment for all.