We are looking for a Business Development Manager - Midlands to join our client, a company specialising in Fixings & Fasteners. Based in the East Midlands, this role involves taking full ownership of developing new business opportunities and expanding existing relationships within the construction sector. You will work closely with internal and external teams to manage the entire sales cycle, from initial enquiries to order completion, focusing on delivering value-driven solutions and growing the market presence of the company’s product portfolio. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of construction methods and experience in sales within the fixings and fasteners industry, particularly in the B2Contractor environment. Proven skills in building long-term partnerships, negotiation, and managing sales pipelines are essential, along with a full UK driving licence. Your communication and interpersonal skills should be excellent, and experience with technical drawings or roofing industry knowledge would be a bonus.

• Proven experience in sales, business development, and account management within construction or fixings & fasteners markets
• Strong technical aptitude and understanding of construction methods and products
• Experience in managing full sales cycles, negotiating pricing, and achieving sales targets
• Confident user of MS Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint
• Full UK driving licence
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills

Joining this forward-thinking Company offers the chance to shape your region’s growth, influence strategic initiatives, and develop your career within a high-quality, innovative business. The role provides flexibility, with regular regional travel, and the opportunity to be part of a supportive team focused on long-term success and professional development.

About the Opportunity

We are working with a well-established manufacturer within the Building Envelope sector who are continuing to invest in their UK operation.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded individual to join a growing business, supporting project sales through technical expertise, accurate estimating, and customer engagement.

You’ll play a key role in bridging the gap between customers, sales, and internal teams—ensuring solutions are both commercially competitive and technically robust.

The Role

As an Internal Technical Sales Engineer, you will:

• Prepare accurate, competitive quotations aligned with project specifications
• Provide technical support and product guidance to contractors, architects, and customers
• Review drawings, specifications, and BOQs to recommend suitable solutions
• Support the external sales team with technical insight and value engineering
• Liaise with production and operations to ensure feasibility and delivery alignment
• Follow up on quotations to help convert opportunities into orders
• Ensure compliance with relevant building regulations and fire performance standards

What We’re Looking For

• Experience within construction materials or building envelope systems
• Strong understanding of insulation products / panel systems / façade elements
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Commercial awareness, particularly in costing and quotation processes
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused mindset
• Ideally degree-qualified in an engineering discipline (desirable, not essential depending on experience)

Why Apply?

• Join a growing manufacturer with strong market presence
• Work on project-led sales within a technical environment
• Stable, office-based role with long-term progression potential

Salary & Package

• £35,000 – £42,000 depending on experience
• Bonus scheme
• Pension + benefits

The Opportunity

We are working with a well-established UK manufacturer operating within the construction and building products sector. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a Customer Operations & Export Specialist to support their order management and international logistics function.

This is a key role within the business, managing the full lifecycle of customer orders while coordinating domestic and international shipments. You will work cross-functionally with sales, logistics, and external partners to ensure efficient delivery and a high standard of service.

The Role

You will take ownership of customer orders from quotation through to delivery, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and on-time execution.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing RFQs, order processing, and confirmations aligned to agreed quotations
• Coordinating shipments from dispatch through to final delivery
• Supporting both import and export operations in line with UK and international customs regulations
• Preparing export documentation (commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, etc.)
• Liaising with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and logistics providers
• Monitoring costs and approving logistics-related invoices
• Tracking customer orders, shipments, and payments through ERP systems
• Producing regular reports on order status, delivery performance, and payment activity
• Handling customer queries and ensuring feedback is communicated internally
• Supporting continuous improvement across operational and logistics processes

What We’re Looking For

This role would suit someone with a strong background in customer operations, logistics, or export coordination within a manufacturing or construction-related environment.

Key requirements:

• Experience in order processing, customer operations, or logistics coordination
• Exposure to import/export processes and documentation
• Understanding of customs procedures and international shipping
• Experience working with ERP systems
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple orders and shipments simultaneously
• Confident communicator, able to liaise with internal and external stakeholders

Why Apply?

• Join a stable and growing manufacturer in a specialist sector
• Varied role combining customer service, logistics, and international trade
• Opportunity to develop expertise in export and operational processes
• Supportive team environment with long-term progression potential

Are you a technically skilled manager with experience in fenestration and a passion for delivering top-notch support?

Our client, Technical Manager.

In this role, you'll oversee the Technical Department, managing a small team and ensuring excellent technical support for customers, prospects, and colleagues. Your responsibilities include developing project data, drawings, and calculations, maintaining compliance, and supporting sales and marketing efforts. You’ll need strong communication skills and familiarity with CAD software, with additional advantage for Revit, Logikal, or similar.

• Proven management experience, ideally within construction or façade sectors
• Technical background in fenestration, with knowledge of drawings and design
• Good computer literacy, particularly with Excel, Outlook, and CAD software
• Excellent communication skills, capable of liaising across all levels
• A proactive approach to learning and problem-solving

This role offers a salary up to £65,000 depending on experience, along with the chance to work within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

You'll enjoy the opportunity to lead a team, influence product support and innovation, and further develop your technical and managerial skills in a friendly, professional setting.

Location: United Kingdom (Home-Based with UK Travel)
Industry: Construction / Building Materials / Insulated Panels
Experience: 10+ Years
Full-Time | Permanent

Are you a commercially astute sales professional with extensive experience in the construction products sector?

We are seeking an experienced Sales & Business Development Manager to drive market growth, strengthen customer relationships, and support the continued expansion of a leading international manufacturer within the UK market.

The Role

Reporting into senior leadership, you will be responsible for developing business opportunities, managing key customer relationships, and coordinating commercial and marketing activities across the UK.

Key responsibilities include:

✅ Conducting in-depth market research to identify opportunities, competitors, target sectors, and geographic growth areas.

✅ Managing commercial relationships with customers, including pricing, quotations, negotiations, payment follow-up, and ensuring successful project delivery.

✅ Coordinating sales activities across product divisions and affiliated companies to maximise market penetration.

✅ Gathering market intelligence and customer feedback to support product development and continuous improvement initiatives.

✅ Working closely with marketing teams to coordinate campaigns, promotions, and brand-building activities.

✅ Representing the business at UK trade exhibitions, industry conferences, seminars, and networking events.

About You

We're looking for someone who can combine technical construction knowledge with strong commercial acumen.

You will ideally have:

• 10+ years' experience in construction product sales
• Strong understanding of construction systems and building materials
• Experience selling technical products into the construction industry
• Excellent account management and business development skills
• Strong negotiation and commercial awareness
• Brand and product management experience
• Ability to identify market trends and translate them into business opportunities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

What's On Offer?

• Opportunity to join a growing international manufacturer
• Significant autonomy to develop the UK market
• Exposure to innovative construction products and technologies
• Competitive salary package with performance incentives
• Career progression within a global business

Interested?

If you have a proven track record of developing business within the construction materials sector and enjoy building long-term customer relationships, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 Contact Lee Hancock at Nvelope Recruitment for a confidential discussion.