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Technical Manager – SFR535

Jul 23, 2026 , , , by sfrrecruitment

Technical Manager – Architectural Ironmongery & Hardware

Cambridgeshire / Hybrid Working £40,000 – £50,000 + Benefits

SFR Recruitment Solutions are proud to be representing one of the UK’s leading suppliers of internal doors and door solutions, in the recruitment of a Technical Manager to support the continued growth of its architectural ironmongery and hardware offering.

This is an exciting opportunity for a GAI-qualified architectural ironmonger or hardware specialist looking to move into a more commercially focused technical role with a respected and rapidly growing business.

The Opportunity

As Technical Manager, you will play a pivotal role in developing and supporting an expanding hardware portfolio. Acting as the technical expert within the business, you will work closely with the sales, marketing, purchasing and senior leadership teams, providing guidance on product selection, compliance, specifications and range development.

This is an ideal position for someone who enjoys combining technical expertise with commercial influence, helping to shape the future direction of a growing product category.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support and guidance to internal sales and marketing teams.
  • Support customers with architectural ironmongery and hardware enquiries.
  • Work with senior management to develop and expand the hardware range.
  • Liaise with suppliers and the purchasing team on product selection and development.
  • Assist in producing technical documentation, product information and marketing content.
  • Ensure products comply with relevant standards and industry requirements.
  • Support training initiatives for internal teams and customers where required.

About You

  • GAI qualified (DipGAI or equivalent preferred).
  • Strong technical knowledge of architectural ironmongery, door hardware and associated standards.
  • Experience within an ironmongery distributor, hardware manufacturer, door manufacturer or specification environment.
  • Commercially aware with excellent communication skills.
  • Comfortable working cross-functionally with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Passionate about delivering technical excellence and developing product solutions.

The Package

  • £40,000 – £50,000 basic salary (depending on experience and qualifications).
  • Hybrid working arrangement.
  • Opportunity to join a respected and growing market-leading brand.
  • Long-term career development and progression opportunities.

Location & Working Arrangement

This is a hybrid role based in Cambridgeshire.

Candidates located within commuting distance would be expected to spend up to four days per week in the office. Those based further afield can work predominantly remotely with occasional visits to the business.

If you’re an experienced architectural ironmonger looking to take the next step in your career and play a key role in the growth of a leading door manufacturer, we’d love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Matthew Robinson at SFR Recruitment Solutions.

 

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Technical Manager – SFR405

Mar 4, 2024 , , by sfrrecruitment

With rigid core Company Values and a strong Group Vision, we are the UK’s foremost bespoke steel door manufacturer.

We offer a friendly, fun working environment whilst aiming to be more corporate and professional.

We believe in the value of our people; be they colleagues of long standing or new recruits. Everyone has the opportunity to make a valid contribution to our success.

Office based – Newcastle-under-Lyme

Benefits:

  • Supportive culture
  • Excellent management team
  • Growth opportunities
  • Extremely competitive remuneration
  • Discretionary bonus

Key Requirements for Role:

• 3 years’ experience in a similar, fast-paced role, managing a Team, ideally within manufacturing.

• 1 years’ experience within Sales and Customer Service.

• Good working knowledge of Office 365 and competent/experienced on excel.

• Good written and verbal communication skills.

• Good time-management, planning and organisational skills, with the ability to remain Focused.

• Good data collection, analysis and numerical skills to produce and interpret Management Reports.

• Able to read building and construction plans with an eye for detail.

• Basic CAD understanding and ability to read/modify technical drawings.

• Experience managing larger customers and attendance of virtual or face to face meetings

Person Specification:

• A passion for Sales and Customer Service.

• Target-driven.

• A team-player.

• Willing to take on ownership of tasks to their completion.

• Flexible approach.

• Energetic, active and resilient.

• An aptitude for Office Systems.

• Self-driven with an ability to motivate others.

• Tendency to thrive in a technical environment.

• Ability to project-manage a wide range of small or large projects.

• Detail orientated.

• Desire to develop a growing business and develop customer relationships.

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

Vacancies

Technical Manager – SFR395

Feb 1, 2024 , , , , by sfrrecruitment

Our client is family owned Manufacturing group and one of the UK’s leading providers of timber window and door accessories.

Product of choice for fabricators, joiners and DIY enthusiasts.

Key Responsibilities – Lead the development of new products and solutions. – Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. – Manage the testing and certification process for all products. – Product design, including through the use of CAD software with the team. – Provide technical support to the sales team and customers. – Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers and partners. – Positive representation of the group to the public and customers. – Staying up-to-date with the latest industry product and solution requirements and potential future directions. – Represent the company at industry-wide association events and seminars, engaging with the industry to help shape its future. – Interpretation of research to help identify new applications, solutions and target customers.

Requirements – Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical management. – Strong background in passive fire protection products, including fire stopping solutions and fire door seals. – Experience of other market sectors as well will be beneficial but not a requirement. – IFE Level 3 Foundation Certificate in Passive Fire Protection qualification is preferred. – Experience in product design, including through use of CAD software. – Excellent communication and leadership skills. – Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities. – A keen interest in manufacturing processes and flexibility to support engineering colleagues as needed. – Ability to develop technical knowledge of products quickly and accurately, and not necessarily just passive fire related.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Family owned business
  • 22 days holidays plus bank holidays (rising to 25 after 2 year of service)
  • Generous pension scheme
  • Training and personal development

If you would like to learn more about this position please get in touch for a confidential chat 📞

SFR Recruitment Solutions