National Account Manager – Buying Groups
Skills
About the role
Company Description
Sika is a speciality chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industrial manufacturing. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation sector towards greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.
Job Description
We’re looking for a National Key Account Manager to join our UK Distribution Buying Group team
Hybrid working
About the role
We are looking for a National Key Account Manager with a proven track record of growing both sales and margin in Buying Groups, National Accounts or a region. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and growing the major buying groups.
The team currently consists of 4 regional sales managers 16 BDM’S spanning both buying group and independent customers.
This role would suit an individual that is proactive, has strong analytical and communication skills, a proven track record for building strong relationships and who is enthusiastic with a drive to succeed.
Purpose of the Role
To maximise profitable growth through strategic account management and customer relationship ownership.
What’s In it for You?
The Opportunity:
Achieve and exceed sales and margin budgets
Shape the long‑term strategy for key buying groups
Grow market share across the UK buying group distribution market
Access ongoing professional development including Sika Business School
The Rewards:
You will be rewarded with a competitive salary, and a sweep of great benefits. We pride ourselves on our total reward package:
EV Company Car Fleet or Car Cash Allowance
Bonus Scheme
Holiday 25 days rising to 28 days with service, plus bank holidays
Hybrid Working
A company pension contribution of up to 10%
Private healthcare for you, with option to add family
Group life cover at 6x your annual salary
Global Income Protection (PHI)
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Staff discount platform & Cycle to Work scheme
Dedicated Service Awards for reaching key milestones
Lunch allowance when field
Selected discounted Sika products
The Support:
The UK Distribution team is one of trust, honesty & respect, motivation and fun, being supportive, sharing our passion and collaborating.
The Skills:
Strong strategic and commercial acumen
Leadership experience
IT and CRM literacy
Product/industry knowledge (advantageous)
Communication and negotiation skills
Results‑driven mindset
Commitment to ongoing development
A significant commitment to professional and personal development from day one, including a comprehensive local, product knowledge and leadership development initiatives complimented by a global Sika Business School offering.
The Future:
Potential Career Routes: National Sales Manager where possible which could include other areas of Sika’s business
The opportunity to progress within a global company across a variety of business areas.
Qualifications
What we need from you?
Clean, current driving licence
Minimum 2 years Key Account Management experience
Proven track record of delivering results
Strong IT and CRM skills
Industry/competitor knowledge (advantageous)
Additional Information
Commitment towards Diversity
We welcome expressions of interest from all eligible applicants. The Construction Industry and the Sika salesforce remain disproportionately under-represented by women and we therefore particularly welcome applications from women interested in a sales career in the building supplies and materials industry. Accordingly, we aim to provide an enabling and inclusive working environment for all.
We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
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