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Benjamin Moore

Business Development Manager - Reading

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Benjamin Moore
American manufacturer of premium paints, stains and architectural coatings.
Sales role to secure new stockists for Benjamin Moore paints and support sales growth in existing independent retailers and professional painters in the South Region of the UK.
15d ago
Experienced (8-12 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Slough, England, United Kingdom
Field
Company Size
2,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Paints & Coatings
Retail Services
Manufacturing
Product Development
Supply Chain Management
Technical Support
Sector Specialisms
Architectural coatings
Wood coatings
Residential
Commercial
Interior
Exterior
Role
What you would be doing
sales targets
profit targets
retailers acquisition
incremental sales
professionals sales
brand representation
  • To achieve agreed sales and profit targets by securing new Independent paint retailers in the London/ Southeast Region.
  • Achieve incremental sales to professional painters supporting independent retailers and company showrooms.
  • Represent Benjamin Moore UK at national exhibitions and events.
What you bring
field-based
degree level
ms office
south region
commercial acumen
travel
  • Experience of working in a field-based role, with good organisational skills and an ability to operate proactively and independently.
  • A sound educational background, with qualifications to degree level preferred or equivalent experience
  • Proficient in MS Office based IT programmes.
  • Strong commercial acumen and negotiating skills. Evidence of strong sales discipline.
  • The successful candidate must physically reside within the South Region of UK.
  • The ideal candidate will be based within a 50-mile radius of Newbury or Reading***
  • An interest in Interior Design and an ability to competently converse with customers about colour, design and technology.
  • Possess a clean driving license, current passport and be eligible to work in the UK.
  • Must be willing to travel throughout the defined territory and to attend occasional evening or weekend events.
  • An ability to present confidently and persuasively and to build strong relationships. Evidence of exceptional customer service.
  • A minimum of 3 years’ experience selling into independent home improvement/building materials retailers, with a track record of delivering or exceeding sales targets by growing accounts and winning new business.
Benefits
  • To achieve the highest premium brand share with existing and future Benjamin Moore stockists.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
  • potential for background checks as role involves handling company's financial data and representing the company at national events
Company
Overview
Acquired 2000
Acquisition by Berkshire Hathaway
The company retained its focus on premium products and local partnerships after being acquired.
3,500 Colors
Extensive color palette
The company offers over 3,500 colors for a wide range of projects.
990M Revenue
2022 coatings sales
Generated $990 million in revenue, ranking among the top paint companies in North America.
8,000 Retailers
Exclusive distribution network
Distributes exclusively through 8,000+ independently owned retailers.
  • Began by selling pre-mixed finish paints through independent retailers.
  • Built a reputation for innovation, introducing ready-mix paints, color-matching systems, and proprietary colorants.
  • Operates globally across North America and over 75 countries, with major manufacturing and distribution hubs.
  • Flagship brands include Aura®, Regal®, ben®, and Ultra Spec®, serving homes, commercial spaces, and industrial maintenance.
  • Projects range from residential renovations to large-scale commercial builds and industrial coatings applications.
  • Known for cutting-edge formulation technology like Gennex® colorants.
  • An unusual fact: during the 1976 US bicentennial, it released the National Park Service–inspired Historic Colors Collection.
Culture + Values
  • Openness
  • Integrity
  • Community
  • Excellence
  • Safety
Environment + Sustainability
2.8M gallons
Wash Water & Solvent Redirected
Significantly reducing waste by redirecting wash water and solvents into low-grade products.
550K gallons
Paint Recycled
Preventing the equivalent of over 550,000 gallons of paint from becoming waste through recycling efforts.
67 acres
Wildlife Habitats
Maintaining certified wildlife habitats across two facilities since 1996, including a STEM-focused wetlands classroom.
0 g/L VOC
Zero-VOC Product
Eco Spec WB products achieve zero-VOC and zero-emissions, ensuring safety for those with allergies and respiratory issues.
  • Many product lines range from zero to 100 g/L VOC; Eco Spec WB is zero‑VOC and zero‑emissions.
  • Eco Spec WB products are Asthma & Allergy Friendly® and Green Seal Certified.
  • Ultra Spec 500 and other interior paints hold Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and qualify under LEED v4.1 low‑emitting category.
  • Manufacturing and distribution sites employ solar fields and LED lighting for energy conservation.
  • Partnered with PaintCare® via ACA/CPCA to collect and manage post‑consumer paint for reuse, recycling or safe disposal.
  • Robust EHSS management system ensures compliance with environmental, health, safety and security regulations.
Inclusion & Diversity
89%
Employee Survey Participation
The company achieved a high participation rate in its DE&I employee survey in 2023, reflecting strong engagement.
20% increase
BRG Membership Growth
Membership in Business Resource Groups grew significantly in 2023, indicating strong employee interest and involvement.
73% male
Employee Gender Distribution
The workforce remains predominantly male, with a smaller percentage of female employees.
230+ members
Diversity in BRGs
Over 230 employees are members of underrepresented groups across seven Business Resource Groups.
  • Vision: To cultivate an environment where all are provided the tools and opportunity to thrive—knowing they are included, valued, and understood
  • Mission: United, we are Moore. Diversity of culture, talent, and thought is key to a collaborative, innovative, and successful business. We are committed to fostering a workplace reflective of the communities we serve—one where employees feel empowered and encouraged to bring their authentic selves every day
  • Increased representation of people of color, employees with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ community in the 2023 DE&I employee survey
  • Employee population by race: 32% BIPOC (10% unspecified); salaried: 25% BIPOC
  • Employee population by generation: 39% Gen X, 36% Millennial, 14% Baby Boomer, 11% Gen Z
  • Seven BRGs including groups for Black, AAPI, Hispanic/Latinx, LGBTQIA+, veterans, multigenerational employees, women
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