National Specification Manager

3 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom ASR International Full time

National Specification Contracts Manager
– KBB Sector

Leading Manufacturer | Design-Led Interiors

ASR is partnered with a leading manufacturer within the KBB sector, currently undergoing an exciting phase of growth and transformation. This is a newly created role within the group, offering an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and commercially minded individual to make a real impact and shape the next stage of their contracts strategy.

We are seeking a
National Contracts Manager
to lead, grow, and develop business across the
residential new build, high-rise apartments
, and
retirement/care home sectors
. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of commercial and technical expertise — someone confident in interpreting specifications, understanding drawings, and delivering tailored solutions to customers across multiple channels.

The Role

  • Manage key relationships with major national and regional housebuilders, retirement living developers, and specialist contract merchants.
  • Work closely with senior decision-makers at head office and procurement level to secure and grow national agreements.
  • Drive new business across Residential New Build, High-Rise, and Retirement Living channels, dedicating approx. 70% of your time to developing new opportunities.
  • Collaborate closely with estimating teams, group sales, and national merchant partners to ensure seamless project delivery.
  • Act as the bridge between clients and internal departments (design, compliance, logistics) to ensure technical and commercial excellence.
  • Attend key trade shows and exhibitions to represent the brand and build market presence.

Customer Base

  • National & Regional Developers: CALA Homes, Lovell, McCarthy Stone, Churchill Retirement
  • Contract Merchants: C.P. Hart, Sanipex, James Hargreaves, PCS, Faucets
  • National Merchant Contract Teams: CPS, Wolseley

The Person

  • Proven experience in a similar role to (Contracts Manager, National Contracts Manager, Head Of Contracts) role within the KBB, bathroom, kitchen, flooring, or other interior industries.
  • Ideally based in the Midlands or the Southern part of the country
  • Strong technical understanding of drawings, specifications, and product application.
  • Excellent relationship builder with the ability to engage confidently at all levels — from site to boardroom.
  • Commercially astute, driven, and motivated by business growth.
  • Skilled in project and contract management, with strong organisational and communication skills.
  • This is NOT an A&D-focused role; we need someone with a specific customer base and specification experience.

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected and forward-thinking manufacturer with strong backing, clear ambition, and an exciting pipeline of new products. You'll play a key role in shaping their contract growth strategy while enjoying full backing from a collaborative and supportive leadership team.

Competitive salary, car or car allowance, bonus, and an excellent benefits package.

If you would like more information and a confidential chat, please don't hesitate to get in touch below.

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ASR International specialises in Commercial, Operational and Sales-based roles throughout GB; our expertise lies with manufacturers and distributors within the bathroom, brassware, sanitaryware and interiors sectors for senior-level

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