Who are Millboard?

Millboard is a UK-based decking and cladding solutions manufacturer with an expanding international presence. We passionately believe our “Live. Life. Outside.” value proposition is the best in the world - and is reinforced by a unique and patented technology that is positively disrupting and resonating in the market. Inspired by nature but designed to outperform others in terms of look and feel, long-term durability, and cost of ownership, Millboard’s portfolio is truly unique.

An Investors in People winner, we have a genuinely team-focused culture that empowers us all to succeed together – Join one of the fastest-growing and most innovative companies in Britain and be part of a dynamic and supportive environment that offers a host of generous benefits for people who want to be the best they can be. 
We’ve also been awarded the accolade of being one of the Top 1000 Companies to Inspire Britain (2014 & 2020) by the London Stock Exchange, while BDO’s Growth Barometer has placed Millboard in the Top 50 fastest growing companies in Coventry & Warwickshire in 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019, as well as the E2E International 100 and E2E Profit 100 company 2022-2023.

What’s the role?

As our Business Development Manager you’ll be maximising the sales development and business relationships with your nominated accounts through face to face contact. You’ll be building solid business relationships, developing and maximising sales potential, and working closely with Marketing and Lead Generation to gain market knowledge and further business opportunities. The role will be roughly 80% Account Management and 20% New Business. 

You’ll be spending time with existing stockists and distributors to maintain relationships and supply product training and expertise to their staff. You’ll be well supported by Internal Sales colleagues to help you develop Accounts. 

Our Business Development Manager will be covering the entirety of Northern Ireland, working majorly in the field but also spending time at our Belfast office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and develop business relationships whilst upholding brand reputation 
   
• Work within the regional team to hit regional sales targets 
   
• Visiting top distributors and key resellers to build sales relationships, managing appropriate merchandising and product train staff
   
• Presenting technical information and solutions to Architects/Contractors when required, and supporting negotiation where appropriate
   
• Working with Major Accounts team, Internal Business Development Executives and Specification teams to optimise regional sales
   
• Continually develop industry knowledge, regulations needed and know-how 
   
• Work with marketing to maximise potential and gain market insight
   
• Maximise any office time by utilising the telephone and report on company systems
   
• Complete notes within CRM system (Hubspot)
   
• Work with internal business development executives to manage your calendar and book appointments with clients via CRM system
   
• All other duties as assigned 
   

Your Background and Experience:

• Previous experience of face-to-face selling / presenting is required
   
• Previous experience in construction materials and working with distribution / builders merchants is highly preferred 
   
• Previous experience in working in specification sales is preferred 
   
• Previous experience of face-to-face selling/presenting is required
   
• Sales Target and Customer centric driven
   
• Practical knowledge & understanding of construction processes 
   
• Builds relationship with client but be firm when needed 
   
• Open and honest attitude to all 
   
• Willing to learn and develop, with a self-starter mind-set and an enthusiastic ‘Can do’ attitude 
   
• Proven ability of meeting and exceeding internal and external stakeholder requirements 
   
• Ability to adapt and respond to change 
   
• Self-motivated with initiative to continue improvement through communication and teamwork 
   
• Able to demonstrate ability to achieve objectives and exceed expectations 
   
• UK driving licence is essential 
   

What’s in it for you?

When you join Millboard you’ll be joining an organisation that lives and thrives by its values, and will give you every opportunity to be the best you can be. You’ll be surrounded by like-minded people who are all passionate, supportive and dedicated to their craft. As well as our amazing culture we also offer a host of generous benefits.

We look forward to your application!