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Help us make great architecture possible. Responsibly and sustainably. For everyone, and with everyone. Because we’re one rich, vibrant global network of insight and expertise with c.3,000 people at c.60 locations globally, we are a global leader in connecting, fixing, lifting and anchoring technology for the construction industry.
Own where your ambition can take you. You’re free to explore and to specialise, so make the most of the opportunity. Whatever you want to do, you’ll have the full support of a global business.
CRH is the leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing c.75,800 people at c.3,160 locations in 29 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and in Europe.
Our project portfolio includes some of the most sustainable and cutting-edge building projects around the world, such as the asphalt on the Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit, the Paris Metro Rail project, the Louis Vuitton Museum in Paris, parts of the Burj Khalifa, and the Kennedy Space Centre.
About the role
We are currently looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic Commercial Market Manager to join our UK Commercial Operations - Masonry team based in Sheffield, UK.
In this role you'll develop and deliver a commercial strategy that places Leviat UK in a market leading position in this product group. You'll also drive organic growth, actively seek new business opportunities in related markets and make recommendations for new product applications.
Key tasks & responsibilities
In this role you'll:
* Regain and maintain a market leading position in masonry offering in the UK market.
* Develop strategy and leadership buy in to achieve this position.
* Engage with key players in the market (engineers, clients, main contractors, sub contractors, fabricators and distributors).
* Work with local sales team to identify and grow specific market segments.
* Understand market trends and potential changes in competition offering.
* Be aware of forthcoming legislation and building regulation changes applicable to each region.
* Identify new business opportunities or product applications within territories.
* Offer support and expert product knowledge to sales teams.
* Work closely with Product Managers to provide new product launch support.
To be successful in this role you'll need:
* The ability to collaborate across functions and teams - other Leviat divisions.
* To be a masonry product expert.
* To understand construction processes in relevant projects and be able to identify their key stakeholders.
* To be pragmatic, results driven, with the ability to challenge both the in-country sales organisation and global product marketing.
* A positive attitude and open mindset, with ability to collaborate across a global organisation.
* Experience of technical specification driven sales in building products would be an advantage.
* A level of education or relevant qualification in a commercial and technical engineering discipline.
* To be happy to travel within country and internationally as required by Leviat or CRH.
What we offer?
* We are a global business, looking to attract and retain the best talent.
* A culture that values opportunity for growth, development and internal promotion.
* Highly competitive base pay.
* Pension contribution.
* Hybrid and flexible working dependent on your role.
* A range of other benefits, specific to your role and depending on where in the world you join us i.e. health care, medical insurance, discounted shopping.
* Ongoing personal learning and development support.
Leviat is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Please note that we cannot accept any applications submitted through email for GDPR purposes. Candidates must apply through our job portal. We do not accept candidate introductions for this position from recruitment agencies, unless you have been instructed to do so by our recruitment team.
Date: 11 Sep 2024
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