Area Technical Manager - Roofing

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a leading position in the development and production of systems and products for waterproofing, bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting in the building sector and motor vehicle industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 101 countries around the world and manufactures in over 300 factories. Its more than 27,000 employees generated annual sales of CHF 11.4 billion in 2024.

About Sika Roofing

Sika Roofing is a market leader with an enviable track record both in the UK and across the globe. Combining high performance with minimised environmental impact our systems and products protect buildings from all types of climate and weather conditions.

We design, manufacture, innovate and guarantee our roof systems – our brands Sarnafil, Sikaplan, Sikalastic and Sikashield are some of the most recognised throughout the world for being the most reliable and sustainable solutions available.

Purpose of the Role

This role is important to our success by continuing to grow our business working with Architect, Surveyors, Designers, contractors and building owners. Reporting into the Regional Manager you will be joining a very highly trained team of specialists and become part of the industries most professional technical sales teams.

What’s In it for You?

The Opportunity:  

To promote and sell Sika Roofing products (All technologies) in a designated territory within the roofing sector. Achieve pre-agreed sales targets by obtaining specifications from a range of clients and specifiers to grow Sika's presence within the roofing sector.

To develop the contractor and customer base within the area, to deliver ongoing sales growth and market penetration with Architects, Surveyors, Building Owners, Specifiers, Main Contractors, local authorities and Roofing Contractors.

Internally the main business contact will be with all roofing related departments and also colleagues from other Target Markets within Sika for multi channel opportunities.

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
• Hybrid Working
• A company pension contribution of up to 10%
• Private healthcare for you, with 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:

Regional Technical and Sales Teams with strong internal Technical support along with dedicated Product Engineers, Training Department, Marketing team and Human Resources.

The Future: 

Potential Career Routes: Key Account Management, Regional Management

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

We have a strong team culture of integrity, belief and self-worth at the heart of everything we do – focusing on enjoying what we do and winning together.

The Skills

Communication, problem solving, negotiation, relevant IT ability are needed.

Experience in the UK Construction Industry (preferably with a roofing background, but this is not essential), and specification led selling experience.

Demonstrate a clear and ongoing experience of delivering major project sales within the construction industry

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?

• Full UK Driving Licence
• A high degree of professional standards
• A commitment to honesty and integrity
• A strong team player
• Self motivated and the ability to work independently

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.