The Specification Manager will be accountable for developing business and delivering sales growth with designers and facilities managers across a variety of sectors to grow market share and reinforce the clients position as a leading paint brand in the UK market. Our Client is a decorative paint manufacturer, the number one paint brand for Independent retailers, Interior Designers and premium Professional Painters and their products are distributed through a growing network of Independent retailers and company-owned high street showrooms.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead business development activities with professional Interior Design firms.  
• Generate leads within Leisure, Hospitality, Retail, and Facilities Maintenance sectors, in partnership with our Sales team and Authorised Stockist partners.
• Work with National Accounts team to leverage opportunities for specification of client within the UK.
• Visit UK specifiers, architects, and design practices to build and maintain strong relationships. 
• Conduct Continuing Professional Development (CPD) sessions to educate clients on our products and services. 
• Possess high technical proficiency to effectively communicate and address client needs. 
• Efficiently resolve customer complaints and concerns, ensuring customer satisfaction. 
• Collaborate with our showroom teams, field-based sales team and Authorised Stockist partners to sales teams maximize lead conversion. 

 Key Qualifications and Skills: 

• 2-5 years of experience directly with the architectural and design communities. 
• Thorough understanding of specifications and finishing schedule writing.
• Proven experience in a similar role with a track record of achieving sales targets. 
• Strong understanding of design and architecture, with a keen eye for colour and aesthetics. 
• Excellent technical proficiency to comprehend and convey complex product specifications. 
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of both the internal organization and with external partners. 
• A valid driver’s license.

A salary in the region of £60,000 + 20% bonus, and a company car.

Whitehall is the Recruitment Specialist for the Chemical, Polymer, Coatings and Life Science based Industries.