National Key Account Manager - Roofing

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF 11.20 billion in sales in 2025.

We’re looking for a Key Account Manager to join our Roofing Key Account Management team

This is a field-based role

About Roofing

Sika Roofing is a market leader manufacturer with an enviable track record both in the UK and across the globe.

Sika manufacture, design, innovate an extensive range of flat roofing systems – our brands Sarnafil, Sikaplan, Sikalastic and Sikashield are some of the most recognised throughout the globe for being the most durable, reliable and sustainable solutions available.

Purpose of the Role

This role forms a key part of our expanding national strategy, created to strengthen our partnerships with the leading contractors in the country. Working across high-value Educational, Commercial, and Ministerial projects, the focus is firmly on delivering quality, building trust, and driving long-term growth.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven individual to help shape and grow our national presence.

What’s in it for you?

The Opportunity:  

As National Key Account Manager, you will take ownership of strategic relationships with major Tier One contractors, ensuring we not only meet but exceed our contractual responsibilities. You’ll be at the centre of major project pipelines—managing and cascading critical information from the design stage through to completion, tracking spend, uncovering opportunities, and supporting the development of robust supply chain agreements.

The Rewards:

You will be rewarded with a competitive salary, and a sweep of great benefits. We pride ourselves on our total reward package:

• EV/PHEV Company Car Fleet or Car Cash Allowance
• Bonus Scheme
• Holiday 25 days rising to 28 days with service, plus bank holidays
• Core Hours Working
• A company pension contribution of up to 10%
• Private healthcare for you, with the option to add family
• Group life cover at 6x your annual salary
• Global Income Protection (PHI)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Staff discount platform & Cycle to Work scheme
• Dedicated Service Awards for reaching key milestones
• Selected discounted Sika products

The Support:

Key Account Managers operate in close partnership with regional sales teams, supported by a strong internal network of technical specialists, dedicated product engineers, training professionals and marketing.

The Future: 

The role is challenging, diverse, and fast-paced, but for the right individual it represents a standout career opportunity. It’s ideal for someone who thrives on high-level client engagement, enjoys navigating complex commercial environments, and is ready to take the next step in shaping national contractor relationships at scale.

The opportunity to progress within a global company across a variety of business areas.

The Skills:

This role offers the opportunity to build deep expertise in key account management while developing advanced capability in strategic relationship management, commercial negotiation, and consultative selling. You will strengthen your ability to translate complex customer needs into clear, commercially focused solutions, leverage technical and product insight to influence business decisions, and drive account growth in a structured and disciplined way.

A significant commitment to professional and personal development from day one, including a comprehensive local, product knowledge and leadership development initiatives complimented by a global Sika Business School offering.

What we need from you?

The successful candidate would need:

· A dynamic ability to build and strengthen relationships on a national scale

· Strong strategic and commercial awareness of the roofing and wider construction market

· Proven negotiation skills with solid understanding of the full project life cycle

· The capability to work collaboratively with a regional network

· Willingness to travel nationally to support key clients and opportunities

Commitment towards Diversity

We welcome expressions of interest from all eligible applicants. The Construction Industry and the Sika salesforce remain disproportionately under-represented by women and we therefore particularly welcome applications from women interested in a sales career in the building supplies and materials industry. Accordingly, we aim to provide an enabling and inclusive working environment for all.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.