Business Development Manager - Builders MerchantJoin a market-leading builders' merchant and help drive growth across Northern IrelandDue to continued expansion, our client is seeking an ambitious Business Development Manager to drive sales growth, strengthen customer relationships and identify new business opportunities across Northern Ireland.This is a field-based role, and we are open to candidate locations across Northern Ireland.Salary / BenefitsCompetitive base salary + performance-related bonusCompany vehicleLaptop and mobile phone providedPension schemePrivate healthcare and medical benefitsOngoing training and developmentCareer progression opportunities within a market-leading businessSupportive and collaborative working environmentAbout your next employerOur client is a highly respected and long-established builders' merchant with a strong presence across Northern Ireland. Serving trade professionals, contractors, developers, self-build customers and the wider construction industry, they have built an excellent reputation for quality products, expert advice and outstanding customer service.As part of a successful and growing organisation, you will join a business that values its people, invests in development and provides genuine opportunities for career progression.About youProven experience in a field-based sales, business development or account management rolePrevious experience within the builders' merchant, construction materials, building products or related sectorStrong understanding of the construction, contractor, developer and trade customer marketAbility to build long-term customer relationships and identify growth opportunitiesCommercially aware with strong negotiation and influencing skillsSelf-motivated and target-driven with excellent organisational skillsFull UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Northern IrelandWhat you'll doIdentify and secure new business opportunities across the construction and building sectorsDevelop and grow relationships with contractors, developers, house builders, trade professionals and key accountsMaximise sales opportunities across a broad range of building materials and construction productsWork closely with branch teams and specialist departments to deliver exceptional customer serviceConduct regular customer visits, site meetings and business reviewsMonitor market trends, competitor activity and customer requirementsPrepare sales forecasts and pipeline reports for managementRepresent the business professionally and promote its products, services and values in the marketplaceFor further informationFor further information on this job, apply via the link or contact the VANRATH office for a confidential chat today.Follow VANRATH on LinkedIn for expert career advice, the latest jobs, industry news and much more.Skills:Field Sales Account Manager Territory Manager BDM Business Development SalesBenefits:Bonus Car Life & Health InsuranceWHJS1_NI