• SFR RECRUITMENT SOLUTIONS

Month: May 2025

Vacancies

Business Development Manager – SFR465

May 8, 2025 , by sfrrecruitment

Are you experienced in the Architectural Ironmongery industry?  Do you have a proven track record in sales?

 

The Opportunity.

Our client offers the commercial market an extensive range of locking systems, including high security patented and specialist cylinders.

As experts in building security, our client works in collaboration with architects, architectural ironmongers and the end-user to design systems to their bespoke requirements.

Our client’s great strength is the people – and that is not just a catch phrase – it comes from experience, commitment to each other and a belief and demonstration of great customer service being fundamental.

 

The Role & Its Requirements

We are looking for a Business Development Manager whose values match ours. One who has a good understanding of the architectural ironmongery industry and is able to face the challenges of a changing marketplace, identifying and developing business streams for future growth.

Your role will be regional, working across contacts based in the Midlands and across the South-East. You will support the National Sales Manager in all aspects of business development and have an expansive knowledge and understanding of the product range and its uses to be able to guide and support distributors in product selection.

  • Promote and sell our core product ranges through existing partners
  • Actively seek new partners
  • Ensure the achievements of budgeted and targeted sales are met and achieved fully in business

development including through existing distributors

  • Identify and develop awareness of our offering to end user targets
  • Uphold quality standards – putting customers first in liaising with partners to ensure correct

specification is met

  • Provide technical advice on complete range of products
  • Provide detailed quotations based on customer requirements
  • Manage the specification registration scheme
  • Work closely with the specification team to deliver sales through existing/new partner networks

 

We desire someone that…

 

  • Capability to work using your own initiative
  • Is passionate and driven
  • Possession of strong commercial acumen
  • Adaptability to meet the demands of changing priorities

 

 

If you are interested in this position, please contact SFR Recruitment Solutions for a complete job description and a confidential conversation.

 

Architectural Ironmongery | Internal & External Doors | Access Control | Window & Door Hardware

Vacancies

Merchandiser – SFR464

May 7, 2025 , , , , by sfrrecruitment

Our client is an established and leading global brand of both mechanical and electrical locking solutions and door hardware products. Products designed for your safety and security.

The business is now looking for a Residential Merchandiser based in the West Midlands office to bring excellent customer service skills.

 

What would you do as our Residential Merchandiser

As our Residential Merchandiser you will provide a complete merchandising service to the company’s customers. As part of the role, you will act as the company ambassador maintaining close customer relations, managing the presentation of Residential products and marketing aids within customer stores. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a varied role with a great team.

 

You Would Also:

Merchandise company products in customer stores according to planograms and complete tasks by specified deadlines.

Assemble display stands, install marketing materials, and report on potential customer orders.

Remove and return competitor stock as agreed, ensuring correct paperwork is completed.

Assist with setting up trade shows, customer events, and provide regular showroom visits to maintain product presentation.

Conduct product demonstrations and customer training as needed, while working closely with the Territory Sales Manager for full merchandising support.

 

The skills and experience you need  – We are looking for someone who has:

Proven experience in a customer-facing role with the ability to influence and work effectively within a team.

Strong organisational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities efficiently.

Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships while demonstrating commercial awareness.

Solid understanding of retail merchandising strategies and a commitment to brand excellence.

Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to work in fast-paced environments and manage multiple priorities.

 

What We Offer

We’re passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits, so you can continue and progress a lifelong career with us – here’s what we have to offer:

Learning and career development opportunities, whether it’s online learning, management training or enhancing your skills.

A competitive salary and incentive schemes.

Variety of benefits including Holiday Flex, Cycle 2 Work, attractive company pension, discount portal, recognition scheme and wellbeing program… to name just a few!

 

 

Architectural Ironmongery | Internal & External Doors | Access Control | Window & Door Hardware

 

 

 

 

SFR Recruitment Solutions