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Job summary

Employer: Chandlers Building Supplies
Position: Chandlers Building Supplies – Regional tool Hire BDE
Salary: Competitive
Location: Polegate
Work arrangement: Remote
Employment type: Full-time
Closing date: 20.05.2026

Job description

Tool Hire Regional Business Development Executive

Location: Southeast Region
Company: IBMG (Independent Builders Merchants Group)
Full Time ( Permanent )

About IBMG

Independent Builders Merchants Group (IBMG) is one of the UK’s leading building materials merchant groups, bringing together a network of well-established local brands.

With branches across the South of England and beyond, IBMG supplies building materials, timber, plumbing & heating, roofing and specialist products to both trade professionals and retail customers.

We combine the local expertise of independent merchants with the scale and support of a national group. Our people are at the heart of our success, and we are committed to creating opportunities for career growth and long-term development.

Requirements

About the Role

We are recruiting for a Tool Hire Regional Business Development Executive to cover the Southeast region.

This is a field-based role focused on growing sales, securing new business, and developing strong relationships with existing customers across Fairalls, Parkers and Chandlers brands.

You will play a key role in driving sales performance and supporting the long-term growth of our Tool Hire business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers
  • Identify and convert new business opportunities within your region
  • Develop and deliver an effective territory sales strategy
  • Promote the full tool hire product range, including new lines and promotions
  • Negotiate pricing and terms to achieve agreed margin targets
  • Prepare and follow up on quotations
  • Plan and manage daily customer visits and appointments
  • Maintain a structured call cycle to maximise sales opportunities
  • Keep accurate records of customer interactions and sales activity
  • Monitor sales performance and margin targets
  • Handle customer queries and complaints efficiently

Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years’ sales experience within the Tool Hire industry (ideally within a builders’ merchant)
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Excellent organisation and time management
  • Ability to negotiate and problem solve
  • Good knowledge of building materials and hire products
  • Understanding of relevant Health & Safety standards

Working Hours

  • Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 5:00pm

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Pension scheme and paid holidays
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Ongoing training and career development
  • Staff discount on building materials and tool hire
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Retail discounts (Perks membership)
  • Branded uniform

Apply Now

If you are an experienced sales professional in the Tool Hire or builders’ merchant sector looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and join IBMG in driving growth across our Southeast region.

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