Job Description
About Wernick Buildings
Wernick Buildings specializes in the design and construction of permanent modular building projects. We offer sophisticated and sustainable offsite building solutions that inspire creative architectural individuality with accelerated project delivery.
Our History
The Wernick Group of companies has a proud history stretching back to 1934. Starting as a humble maker of poultry crates, we have grown to become Britain’s largest independent manufacturer and hirer of portable and modular accommodation.
Recent Growth
The last decade has seen vigorous expansion through a combination of shrewd acquisitions and organic growth. Our Group of companies now offers a comprehensive range of services, including the sale and hire of permanent and temporary modular buildings, site accommodation, and off-grid power solutions.
Our Reach
With 41 operating centers across 37 locations throughout the UK, the Wernick Group works extensively across both the public and private sectors. Since our establishment in 1934, we have remained a family-owned and run business.
Our Team
We believe that our success is driven by the quality and dedication of our workforce. Our business is full of enthusiastic and visionary individuals who bring friendliness and a real can-do spirit to their work.
About The Role
Job Description:
Manage, create and develop sales activities within your region (West Midlands and North West) and with national key account clients to achieve annual sales targets and margins. Maintain an awareness of current market trends and funding systems to assist in formulating an overall sales strategy. Build relationships with current and potential clients to maximise our inclusion in frameworks and preferred supplier status, enhancing repeat business potential.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Ensure sales targets are met at agreed margins.
* Seek out new sales opportunities and follow up on received leads.
* Evaluate inquiries and determine the best system/solution to offer.
* Maintain and update records of clients and prospective clients.
* Collaborate with the Sales Director on advertising and promotional activities in your area/sector.
* Provide monthly updates and reports to the Sales Director.
* Follow up on outstanding quotations.
* Support the Estimating Department in the preparation and submission of quotations.
* Assist in processing variation inquiries in conjunction with the Senior Contracts Manager (if required).
* Conduct site visits and report findings.
* Advise the Estimating Department on any adverse terms/conditions in tenders.
* Review orders against our tenders/offers before acknowledgment.
* Adhere to the procedures outlined in the Company’s Quality Procedures Manual.
* Ensure the security of Company information.
* Maintain good working relationships between the department and clients/other departments within the Group.
* Stay updated with changes in Building Regulations, legislation, competitors, and other relevant developments.
* Perform any other duties as agreed from time to time.
Reporting Lines:
The Business Development Manager reports to the Sales Director. In the absence of the Sales Director, the Business Development Manager will report to the Commercial Director.
General:
The Business Development Manager will have regular contact with clients and must represent the Company efficiently, handling clients with courtesy. All Wernick designs, estimates, pricing schedules, and sub-contractor prices are strictly confidential and must not be shared outside the company unless necessary for Wernick's benefit. Unauthorised release of confidential information will be considered a breach of the Contract of Employment.
This role requires regular travel across the West Midlands and Northwest, with occasional national travel for key accounts.
What You Will Get in Return
* Competitive salary and bonus scheme
* Company car
* Generous holiday allowance (rising with service)
* Option to buy extra holidays
* Option to sell or carry over up to 5 days holiday
* Christmas Shutdown
* Early finish Friday
* Cycle to work scheme
* Group pension
* Annual salary review (each January)
* Life Assurance (2x annual salary)
* Personal Accident Insurance
* Free onsite parking
* Employee assistance program
* Training and progression opportunities
* Family-run and well-established, secure company (trading over 90 years)
* Open door policy
* Employee Referral scheme
* Benefits scheme (discounted retailers scheme)
* Corporate Eyecare Scheme through Specsavers
* Direct communication with MD/CEO and staff satisfaction surveys
Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We thank you in advance for your interest in this role and our company.
Important Notice to Recruitment Agencies
Any unsolicited CV's will be sent at the recruitment agency’s own risk and will be interpreted as gifts. We have no liability to you for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly without entering into your terms and conditions for this vacancy. By submitting an unsolicited CV to us or any member of our staff, you accept these terms as the default position. If we require your assistance with any vacancy, we will contact you directly.
The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
Please note, this vacancy is subject to close earlier than the stated closing date dependent on application numbers.
Skills Needed
About The Company
Why Build Your Career with Wernick Group?
Rich Heritage, Progressive Future: As a family-owned and operated business since our inception, we blend traditional values with a forward-looking approach. This unique combination ensures a work environment that respects legacy while embracing the future.
Diverse Opportunities: Our expansive operations, with 40 centres across 36 UK locations, offer a vast array of roles and career paths in the public and private sectors. From modular building solutions to off-grid power, your professional journey can be as dynamic and varied as our services.
Commitment to Excellence: At Wernick, excellence isn’t just a goal; it's our way of life. We pride ourselves on providing outstanding product quality and service, creating an environment where your work directly contributes to customer satisfaction and business success.
Continuous Investment in People: We believe in nurturing talent from within. Through ongoing training and development opportunities, we invest in your future, ensuring that your career at Wernick is not just a job, but a journey of growth and learning.
Simplicity and Efficiency: Our business model is streamlined to reduce bureaucracy, enabling you to work in an environment that values decisiveness and efficiency. This approach allows you to focus on what you do best, without unnecessary complications.
Environmental and Social Responsibility: We're committed to reducing our carbon footprint and ensuring a safe, positive working environment. Working with us means being part of a team that cares for the planet and its people.
Company Culture
Clear path to progression: We believe everyone should have a clear path on how they can progress. That’s why we have developed the Wernick Way Forward, a personal development plan catered to each employee.
With the Wernick Way Forward, we provide a roadmap that outlines clear and achievable steps for employees to follow in order to reach their career goals.
Trainee programmes: Start your career with one of our trainee programmes. These are designed to help you develop and grow in our business and offer an advance career progression.
The Trainee Yard Operative Programme offers individuals the opportunity to develop their skills and work as a Yard Operative at one of our Hire depots. Engage in hands-on experience as you become a member of our team.
The Graduate Training Programme opens doors to explore every aspect of the company. Gain valuable insights, mentorship and the tools needed to excel as a leader within our company.
Training and development: Feel confident in your role and enjoy what you do. We recognise the need to invest in training and development.
By offering a range of training days/courses for our team we want to create an environment where you can move towards your career goals. We make sure that everyone who works with us has the resources they need to learn and develop their roles. We value mentoring and offer clear routes for career progression.
Desired Criteria
Required Criteria
* Proven experience in B2B sales or construction-related industries.
* Strong negotiation and communication skills.
* Familiarity with CRM systems and sales analytics tools.
* Full UK driving licence
* This role involves regular travel across the West Midlands & North West. Must be ok with this
Closing DateFriday 25th July, 2025