Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK.
We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development. We aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.
At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.
District Sales Manager – Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
Banbury | Hybrid working
Smiths Concrete
Salary up to £42,500 + bonus + company car
Are you a commercially driven sales professional who thrives on building relationships, growing revenue and making a real impact in your territory?
Smiths Concrete, is looking for a District Sales Manager to join the team on a fixed‑term contract covering maternity leave. This is a highly visible role with real ownership, autonomy and the opportunity to influence performance in a key geographic area.
The Opportunity
This role sits at the heart of the business. You’ll be responsible for achieving profitable sales, protecting and growing market share, and strengthening customer relationships to ensure Smiths Concrete’s position in the market is optimised.
You won’t just be selling a product you’ll be providing tailored commercial solutions, working closely with customers to understand their requirements and delivering value through service, insight and expertise.
Key Accountabilities
- Full responsibility for the commercial performance and development of the concrete business within a defined geographic area
- Build, maintain and deepen strong, long‑term customer relationships, ensuring Heidelberg Materials remains the partner of choice
- Actively grow the customer base, combining excellent service with strong sales capability and innovative, customer‑focused solutions
- Work collaboratively with the wider commercial and operational teams to deliver seamless customer experiences
- Report, forecast and analyse sales performance, using market intelligence to identify opportunities and respond to competitive activity
- Proactively seek out growth opportunities while maintaining profitable margins
About You
- A proven track record in a sales or commercial role, ideally within construction, building materials, concrete or a related sector
- Naturally relationship‑focused — confident engaging with customers at all levels
- Commercially astute, data‑driven and motivated by delivering results
- Able to work autonomously while contributing positively to a team environment
- Full UK driving licence
What’s in It for You
- Salary up to £42,500, plus bonus
- Company car
- Hybrid working Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
- A fixed‑term opportunity within a global, market‑leading organisation
- The chance to make a genuine impact in a well‑established local business
Why Join us?
At Heidelberg Materials, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we’re committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.
Rewards & Benefits
We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including:
- Armed Forces Covenant (Gold) | Disability Confident | 5% Club (Platinum) | Mates in Mind | Clear Assured | STEM Ambassador | MPQC Member
- Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
- Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options, Season and travel ticket loans
- Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
- Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
- Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities