James Latham is one of the UK's largest independent trade distributors of timber, panels and decorative surfaces. As a long-established, family-owned business with history back to 1757, we believe our success is down to our employees and are proud to say that many of our team stay with us for decades. In a recent survey 86% said they would recommend James Latham as a great place to work. We are currently recruiting for a Panel Sales Manager to join our established team based in Yate, Bristol. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and enthusiastic with prior experience working as a Sales Manager. The ideal candidate will have a sound knowledge of wood-based sheet materials, sales experience and the desire to develop business with a forward thinking, established panel importer and distributer Key duties for our Panel Sales Manager are: The role will require the successful candidate to oversee the day to day management of the Panel sales team, ensure the panel team achieves sales, volume and margin targets, liaise with our supply chain team, suppliers and manage stock. We are flexible employers and will consider a mixture of homeworking and office attendance depending upon business requirements. However, we do believe that good teamwork contributes to our success so a regular presence in the workplace is important. You’ll be working in a modern and well-equipped environment which provides opportunities to develop and grow your career. You will be part of a team that continually seeks out new and innovative products and better ways to serve its customers. Benefits include a competitive salary, up to 7.5% matched pension contributions, company car / car allowance, bonus schemes, a Health Cash Plan and life assurance. James Latham – the natural choice