Job Title: Area Sales Manager
Location: Field‑based, covering the North West of the UK
Ready to help build a better future for generations to come?
In a fast‑moving world, we all share a responsibility to shape a better future. At ROCKWOOL, we’re committed to improving modern life through innovative, sustainable stone wool solutions. Join us and help build a world that works for generations to come.
Your Future Team:
Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager, you will join a driven, collaborative team focused on making ROCKWOOL products and systems the preferred choice across the UK construction market. You’ll strengthen existing partnerships while actively developing new relationships with key distributors.
What you will be doing:
* Promoting the ROCKWOOL brand to key groups
* Reporting directly to the Regional Sales Manager and contributing to strategic initiatives and the UK sales budget
* Owning the region by developing tactics and account plans to maximise market opportunities across target customers, segments, key accounts and major projects
* Collaborating with the ROCKWOOL UK Commercial team to ensure smooth and timely handover of key projects and contractor relationships
* Working closely with the Technical Services Team to manage calculation requests and following up to ensure successful customer outcomes
* Understanding and promoting the full ROCKWOOL product range, including technical details and relevant legislation
* Using, presenting and updating key ROCKWOOL sales tools such as Rocksell, and Rockinsight
* Achieving business growth targets aligned to personal objectives and the wider UKI Sales team budget
* Conducting market research to support business insight and decision‑making
* Maintaining strong competitor awareness and sharing relevant intelligence
* Logging and updating all quotations using distribution project support forms and the Rocksell system, in partnership with the Inside Sales team
What you bring:
* Experience in the construction industry, ideally selling technical or solution‑based products through a specification‑led process
* Strong IT skills, including PowerPoint, Word, Excel and CRM systems
* Confident communication skills, enabling you to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
* A proven track record of sales success
* Knowledge of distribution channels and how to navigate them effectively
* Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and build lasting relationships
What we offer:
* Competitive Salary
* Grade 2 Company Car
* Commercial Bonus Scheme
* 30 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
* Company Pension Scheme (Aviva)
* Westfield Health Cashback Scheme
* Life Assurance 4x annual salary
* Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme
Who we are
ROCKWOOL are a global leader in stone wool solutions, transforming volcanic rock into safe, sustainable products since 1937. With over 12,000 employees and 51 manufacturing sites in more than 40 countries, our mission is to harness the natural power of stone to enrich modern living.
Sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We actively support 11 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and champion ocean health through partnerships with the One Ocean Foundation and the Denmark SailGP Team.
We are proud of our diverse and inclusive culture, representing 79 nationalities worldwide. At ROCKWOOL, everyone is valued and respected. Our culture – The ROCKWOOL Way – is built on ambition, responsibility, integrity and efficiency.
Interested?
Ready to make a real impact and help improve living conditions for millions worldwide? Click "Apply" above and join us in shaping a better, more sustainable future.
Closing Date: 15th February 2026
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