Job description

Two of the world‘s most recognized ceiling manufacturers have joined forces to combine their technical expertise, expand their range of services and strengthen their long-term international market-leading position.

As a result, Knauf Ceiling Solutions was established and now we are looking for the most talented people, who want to grow together with us. We give you the possibility to create and learn, take ownership and be part of one of the big players in the ceiling market.

Come and join us today!

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create specifications for the Knauf Ceiling Solutions product portfolio.

Develop an even spread of Knauf Ceilings Solutions specified projects across sales area.
• Working with key decision-makers and influencers to develop relationships to generate new leads and specifications.
• Develop a deep understanding of customer needs and requirements to ensure that Knauf Ceiling Solutions is the preferred choice.
• Work with Supply Chain Partners and their design teams to generate leads and specifications for Knauf Ceiling Solutions product portfolio.
• Work with the UK Commercial Team to inform, track and record outcome of Knauf Ceiling Solutions specified projects.
• Daily usage of Salesforce CRM system to record all specification activity.

Prepare and issue specification documentation to specifiers for projects where Knauf
• Ceiling Solutions products are specified.

Report on the effectiveness of Specification related events attended.

YOUR PROFILE

• Essential:

Strong specification sales experience. We require someone who is pro-active and self-driven (you will plan your own schedule), you will also need to be a good communicator and you will be the face of our business whilst visiting customers.

You will need a full UK driving license and have a willingness to travel and stay away as required.

• Desirable:

Experience within the manufacturing / construction sector

Suspended Ceilings knowledge

Understanding of NBS Chorus and BIM Objects

Competent in presenting CPD seminars to Architects Practices

Knowledge of Salesforce (or similar) CRM system Profile 1

• To involve the following :-

NBS Chorus – Ensure all enquiries are followed up and progressed.
BIM Objects – Ensure all BIM library enquiries are followed up and progressed.
CPD Seminars – Perform approved KCS / CPD seminars to specifier practices.
Exhibitions – Attend all relevant Specifier exhibitions to develop awareness of KCS.
Social Media – Use Social Media to build KCS brand.
WEB Page Enquiries – Ensure all enquiries are followed up and progressed.
Case Studies – Develop new case studies for KCS product range.

WHAT WE OFFER

Are you a sales Manager or similar from a construction background with specification experience, looking to join a global and prestigious company, where you will be recognised as a technical expert in your field.

Are you looking to work for a diverse and forward-thinking company where you can truly contribute to the future success of the business, in a rewarding and solutions-based role?
Knauf Ceiling Solutions pride ourselves on the delivery of excellent quality construction products across the UK.

This role would suit a Specification Sales Engineer / Manager from a construction background looking for a challenging yet rewarding role for a company they would be proud to represent.

Good autonomy in the role, will need to cover the M4 Corridor – North Wessex Downs area

Excellent package – Competitive starting salary, Bonus, Company Car / Allowance, Laptop, iPad, Mobile phone, home office support.