Business Development Manager (Category Lead- Flooring and Finishes)

Tribus People Recruitment • exeter, england • Posted June 30, 2026

About the Role

Business Development Manager – Category Lead (Flooring & Finishes)

This role leads the commercial expansion and strategic development of the Flooring & Finishes division. The postholder will balance proactive new business generation with building a strong supply chain across flooring manufacturers, distributors, and specialist installation networks. The goal is to develop a technically credible, commercially competitive, and margin-strong product category used across residential, commercial, industrial, and public sector environments.

Required Sector Experience (Essential)

  • Laminate, engineered timber flooring, solid wood
  • Carpet and carpet tiles
  • Flooring adhesives, grouts, fixing systems
  • Screeds, levelling compounds, smoothing systems

Specialist Flooring

  • Industrial/commercial-grade flooring solutions
  • Decorative boards or wall-panel finishes

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