Technical Sales Manager
Job Description
Technical Sales Assistant – Roofing & Waterproofing
Location: South of the River London (SW, SM, CR, SE, BR, DA postcodes)
Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 basic + OTE £100k (Yr 1)
Contract: Permanent | Full Training Provided
Benefits: 23 days holiday + bank holidays, pension (3% employee / 5% employer), optional private health (salary sacrifice)
The Opportunity:
My client are a market leader in roofing and waterproofing solutions, and build a rewarding career in technical sales. You’ll cover South London, partnering with councils, building surveyors, capital investment teams, and commercial property owners to deliver industry-leading flat roofing and waterproofing systems.
You’ll be part of a small, high-performing team, with full support and training to develop your technical expertise and sales success.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Developing new business opportunities across your South London territory (approx. 90% new business)
Building strong relationships with local councils (e.g. Croydon Council), surveyors, and investment teams
Providing trusted technical advice and writing specifications for waterproof roofing systems
Conducting site surveys, condition reports, and quality audits
Representing Garland UK at sector events, networking functions, and client meetings
Managing your own diary and workload with full autonomy
Working across both public sector (social housing, councils) and private sector (large commercial buildings) projects
What We’re Looking For:
Proven sales background, ideally in area sales or technical sales within building materials
Experience with cladding or metals (preferred but not essential)
Highly driven, ambitious, and self-motivated with a “go-getter” attitude
Strong communication and relationship-building skills across varied stakeholders
Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK
What You’ll Get:
Basic salary: £55,000 – £65,000 + OTE £100k (Year 1)
Pension: 3% employee / 5% employer
Holiday: 23 days + bank holidays
Private health insurance: available via salary sacrifice
Vehicle autonomy: manage your own travel and costs
Career development: structured training and clear progression path in technical sales
