Social Landlord Specification Manager

Job Description

Online Advert for VO4055Job Title: Social Landlord Specification ManagerJob Category: Client & Merchant SolutionsLocation: ManchesterSalary: Competitive Salary + BenefitsA vacancy has arisen within our Clients Team for a Client Account Manager covering the North West area. The role could also involve occasional overnight stays and the ideal candidate must be located in the Manchester area.The successful candidate will be responsible for producing specifications for new and existing clients relating to mixed tenure new build developments, and planned refurbishments schemes.The key responsibilities will include:• Working closely with Development and Sales Managers/Directors and Architects within the Social Housing market to create specifications for mixed tenure new build schemes to help meet clients’ budgets. Once approved the live Developments will be passed onto the Contractor or Skyline Teams to look after the running of the sites.• Developing and growing relationships with key personnel within the Client Maintenance, and Development teams.• Building a pipeline of New Build Developments and Specification for Clients within the Social Housing sector.• Forecasting pipeline for secured new build work passed onto the Contractor or Special Projects teams, as well as the planned refurbishment works.• Conducting Factory and Marketing Suite tours at Head Office to demonstrate the service and products that Symphony can provide.• Producing monthly reports on all opportunities and sales.• Maintain customer contact details to ensure customer records are kept up to date.• Manage / control the quotation tender process for new businesses.In order to be successful in this role you must have:• Knowledge of the industry, company’s terms of trading, range of manufactured and bought out products and all major competitors.• A full understanding of the Social Housing Market, including route to market and funding.• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.• The ability to "think outside the box" to find solutions.• A full UK driving licence as you will be required to travel within the region and to other parts of the UK as required.You will be:• Able to manage your own diary and time efficiently and effectively.• Able to communicate confidently with people at all levels from site operative to Director.• Willing to work as part of a dynamic team.• Able to work under pressure to maintain deadlines.• Computer literate, with good PowerPoint and Excel skills.• Self-motivated and enthusiastic.• Professionally presentable at all times.As the UK market leading Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom fitted furniture manufacturer, they have had unsuppressed growth over the last 40 years, with an emphasis on providing a high standard of products and service. They are currently seeking the very best people, to further strengthen their position within the industry by appointing dedicated individuals to share in their success.This position will be rewarded with a competitive salary, however in order for you application to be taken further please state your required salary. If you would like to join their team please send your CV and covering letter quoting VO4055 .Simplified Recruitment is a Job Advertising Agency working on behalf of a client. By applying for this position you are giving us permission to pass your CV and covering letter to a third party in relation to recruitment. A full copy of our privacy policy can be viewed on our website.Ref: SR506774