Founded in 1875, the Nicholls and Clarke Group has become the UK’s largest national manufacturer and distributor of fine-quality sanitaryware, ceramic and porcelain tiles, Nicobond tile adhesives, grouting compounds, architectural ironmongery, and general hardware.

Job Description:

We are seeking a dynamic Area Sales Executive to join our team. The ideal candidate will have precise experience within the Builders materials industry, excellent communication skills, a passion for sales, and the ability to drive results through effective negotiation and customer service. Join our team as a Sales Representative, where you can utilise your skills in sales, negotiation, communication, and customer service to drive business growth.

Area/postcode to cover:

!! Cambridge, Colchester, Ipswich, Norwich/Norfolk, Peterborough !!

Responsibilities:

- Engage with potential customers to promote and sell products or services

- Develop and maintain relationships with clients to ensure repeat business

- Negotiate contracts and close deals to meet sales targets

- Utilise IT systems to manage customer accounts and track sales progress

- Attend sales meetings and training sessions to enhance product knowledge

- Drive to meet clients in person when required

Key Skills:

- Strong sales acumen with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding targets

- Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with customers and colleagues

- Ability to negotiate terms and close deals successfully

- Proficient in IT systems for managing customer accounts and tracking sales data

- Organisational skills to manage time efficiently and prioritise tasks effectively

- Fluency in English, both written and verbal

If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please email a copy of your CV to: recruitment@nichollsandclarke.com

Please remember to include the job vacancy that you would like to apply for within the subject line of the email.

Join Our Team and become a part of the Nicholls & Clarke Family.

https://www.nichollsandclarke.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: On the road

N&C Tiles and Bathrooms are part of the Nicholls and Clarke Group of Companies, a business founded in 1875, dedicated to providing Building Materials throughout the UK. Our N&C Tiles and Bathroom outlets provide our customers with the most exciting product ranges and best value packages in the industry.

We seek a skilled and proactive Maintenance Engineer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, efficiency and safety of our production equipment and facilities through preventive maintenance, swift repairs, and continuous improvement initiatives. The company manufactures tiling adhesives, floor screeds, and associated products so a background in this industry would be advantageous but not essential. The company specializes in mixing powder products and filling them in various forms, they also produce pastes, liquids, and ancillary products. The role is working as the sole engineer and will also require good communication skills with relevant contractors to ensure continuous production and implement improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and improve planned maintenance on all equipment.


• Perform and improve reactive maintenance on all equipment.


• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment faults to minimize downtime.


• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards during all tasks.


• Collaborate with the production team to improve equipment performance and efficiency.


• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.


• Support installation and commissioning of new equipment.


• Member of the health and safety committee.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing, industrial, or similar environment.


• Qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or a related field (NVQ, HND, Degree, etc.).


• Strong knowledge of PLC systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.


• Flexibility to work shifts and respond to emergencies when required.


• Counterbalance and reach truck trained (not essential).


• Computer literate (Microsoft package & internal systems)

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.


• Opportunities for professional development and training.


• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please email a copy of your CV to: recruitment@nichollsandclarke.com

Please include the job vacancy you would like to apply for within the email's subject line.

Join Our Team and become a part of the Nicholls & Clarke Family. https://www.nichollsandclarke.com/

Founded in 1875, the Nicholls & Clarke Group have grown to become one of the largest Manufacturers, Distributors and retailers of building materials in the UK.

Based in Chadwell Heath, Essex our Builders Warehouse has become the destination of choice or local, regional and National contractors of all types and Trades. 

The Role;

Reporting directly to a Main Board Director the successful candidate will join a strong Leadership team, the role will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our Builders warehouse whilst incorporating the management of our Heavyside product offering. You will lead a team to achieve sales targets, maintain operational excellence and uphold our company values.

Key responsibilities:

. Leadership & Team Management: Inspire, motivate and manage a team to deliver outstanding service and achieve performance targets.

. Heavyside product Management: Manage our Heavyside product offering by liaising with manufacturers, negotiating, merchandising and driving sales of our Heavyside products

. Sales & Business development: Drive sales growth by identifying new opportunities, building relationships with customers and providing expert product knowledge.

. Customer service Excellence: Ensure the highest levels of customer satisfaction through proactive service and effective problem solving.

. Stock & Inventory control: Oversee stock management processes, including ordering, receiving and maintaining accurate stock records.

. Housekeeping: To ensure that the Builders Warehouse, yard and showroom areas are kept clean, tidy and current.

. Operational efficiency: ensure smooth daily operations, including compliance with health & safety regulations and company procedures.

. Financial Management: Manage budgets, control costs and drive profitability across all elements of our Builders Warehouse, Heavyside yard and showroom areas.

What do we offer you?

We value every member of our team and believe in rewarding hard work. We provide a friendly and family-like environment for you to excel in, as well as many incentives to make your career with us enjoyable and valuable.

•              Comprehensive induction, and ongoing, training

•              Competitive basic salary

•              Pension scheme

•              Holiday entitlement

Who are we looking for?

• Proven experience in managing a Heavyside builders' merchant with trade counter and showroom or a similar operational role.


• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop, and motivate a team.


• Commercial awareness and a track record of achieving sales targets and driving business growth.


• Excellent communication and customer service skills.


• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.


• Knowledge of building materials and construction products, particularly heavyside items.


• Commitment to health & safety and a strong understanding of relevant regulations.


• A proactive and results-driven mindset.

Founded in 1875, the Nicholls and Clarke Group has become the UK’s largest national manufacturer and distributor of fine-quality sanitaryware, ceramic and porcelain tiles, Nicobond tile adhesives, grouting compounds, architectural ironmongery, and general hardware.

Job Description:

We are seeking a dynamic Area Sales Executive to join our team. The ideal candidate will have precise experience within the Builders materials industry, excellent communication skills, a passion for sales, and the ability to drive results through effective negotiation and customer service. Join our team as a Sales Representative, where you can utilise your skills in sales, negotiation, communication, and customer service to drive business growth.

Area/postcode to cover:

!! West Kent !!

Responsibilities:

- Engage with potential customers to promote and sell products or services

- Develop and maintain relationships with clients to ensure repeat business

- Negotiate contracts and close deals to meet sales targets

- Utilise IT systems to manage customer accounts and track sales progress

- Attend sales meetings and training sessions to enhance product knowledge

- Drive to meet clients in person when required

Key Skills:

- Strong sales acumen with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding targets

- Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with customers and colleagues

- Ability to negotiate terms and close deals successfully

- Proficient in IT systems for managing customer accounts and tracking sales data

- Organisational skills to manage time efficiently and prioritise tasks effectively

- Fluency in English, both written and verbal

If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please email a copy of your CV to: recruitment@nichollsandclarke.com

Please include the job vacancy you would like to apply for within the email's subject line.

Join Our Team and become a part of the Nicholls & Clarke Family.

https://www.nichollsandclarke.com

Ironmongery Product Manager.

Founded in 1875, the Nicholls & Clarke Group has grown to become one of the largest Manufacturers, Distributors, and retailers of building materials in the UK.

Based in Chadwell Heath, Essex, our Builders Merchant organisation has become the destination of choice for local, regional, and National contractors of all types and Trades.

The Role

Reporting directly to a Main Board Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our ironmongery products and sales.

Key responsibilities:

• Ironmongery Product Management: Manage our Ironmongery product offering by liaising with manufacturers, negotiating, and driving sales of our Ironmongery products.


• Sales & Business development: Drive sales growth by identifying new opportunities, building relationships with new and existing customers, and providing expert product knowledge, covering the Southeast of England.


• To oversee N&C RADAR's range of products with new product ranges, training, and sales development nationwide.


• To create strong links with organisations that would benefit from a close working partnership with N&C, which will help to promote “Official RADAR Lock & Key”.


• Development of both current and future product ranges.


• Complete door schedules and quotations for live enquiries.


• Being able to assist with Sales team with product knowledge.

Who are we looking for?

• Proven experience within Ironmongery with a similar operational role.


• GAI Diploma qualification or Higher


• Commercial awareness and a track record of achieving sales targets and driving business growth.


• Excellent communication skills.


• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.


• A proactive and results-driven mindset.

What do we offer you?

We value every member of our team and believe in rewarding hard work. We provide a friendly and family-like environment for you to excel in, as well as many incentives to make your career with us enjoyable and valuable.

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training


• Company car


• Pension scheme


• Holiday entitlement

Nicobond Business Development Manager

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Location: Southern half of England

Working Hours: Monday – Friday

Nicobond offers its team and customers the confidence that comes from working for or being supplied by The Nicholls & Clarke Group, who were founded in 1875 and is celebrating its 150th anniversary throughout 2025. Nicobond, an N&C brand, was created in the mid-1950s and in 1958, invented modern-day tile adhesive, exporting it all over the world. Nicobond smoothing compounds and screeds followed shortly afterwards and have been used in some of the most demanding projects imaginable over the last 60 years. Today, we manufacture the Nicobond range at our factory in Stoke on Trent and distribute it throughout the N&C Group and directly from the factory to the flooring industry. N&C is a team of over 400 colleagues, all dedicated to offering our customers superb products with an exceptional level of customer service. Confidence, Performance, and Pedigree are three words that sum up our brand values.

Being field-based, you will not be situated in an office, although you will have the Nicobond Factory that will support you and help you grow your sales.

Responsibility

Nicobond is a high-quality British manufacturer of flooring and tiling products with over 65 years of manufacturing experience. Due to ongoing success, we are expanding our factory technical sales team and are looking for a highly motivated, capable salesperson with experience in the flooring industry to sell our range of smoothing compounds, screeds, moisture control systems, and specialist mortars to flooring contractors in the South of England.

The successful candidate will be in the Southeast of England. This is a field-based role visiting flooring contractors and site-related specifiers on a full-time basis.

As part of the factory team, this role also incorporates the ability to sell our toll manufacturing service to other brands and companies. Nicobond currently manufactures for over 25 third-party brands in the UK and Europe. Nicobond is also manufactured in the Middle East and Far East and has a well-established customer base.

The successful candidate will enjoy a comprehensive induction and significant one-to-one training on an ongoing basis from one of our factory-based technical sales experts, who will also offer field-based support. Our factory team will assist in creating NBS specifications and offer exceptional technical, practical, and service-led backup.

Nicobond Business Development Manager:

• Previous experience within a similar field-based sales role.


• Experience in the flooring industry.


• A commitment to excellent customer service.


• Passionate about bringing in new business.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Good team player with attention to detail.


• Computer literate, preferably with CRM knowledge.


• You must have a full UK driving licence and be happy being field-based, on the road daily.

Benefits

We value every member of our team and reward hard work. We provide a friendly environment for you to excel in, as well as many incentives to make your career with us enjoyable and valuable.

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training.


• Competitive basic salary.


• Mobile and laptop.


• Private healthcare insurance.


• Holiday entitlement.

· Commission Scheme – uncapped

· Company Car

· Private Healthcare

· Company Pension Scheme

· Perkbox Benefits

Founded in 1875, the Nicholls and Clarke Group has grown to become the UK’s largest national manufacturer and distributor of ceramic and porcelain wall and floor tiles, Nicobond tile adhesives, grouting and floor levelling compounds, and fine quality sanitary ware.

Due to expansion, my client, the UK’s largest national manufacturer and distributor of ceramic and porcelain wall and floor tiles, is looking for a Field Sales Executive to cover London, selling tiles to Tiling contractors, house builders, main contractors, wet room installers, local authorities, and quality retailers.

It is vital to this role that you have experience in the construction industry. If you do not have the relevant experience, your application will not be considered.

Being field-based, you will not be situated in an office, although you will have a main distribution centre that will support you and help you grow your sales.

The Opportunity – Field Sales Executive:

This excellent opportunity is ideal for an outgoing, engaging and friendly Sales professional, with previous experience working field based, visiting client sites daily. With this, you must be prepared to travel daily and hold a valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities – Field Sales Executive:

Being field-based, you will be travelling to visit client offices and sites within London

• Selling our extensive range of high-quality interior finishing products.


• Providing clients with samples of products and doing production presentations.


• Ensuring retention, as well as growth, of the business.


• Maintaining a sense of enthusiasm and commitment.


• Providing consistent, excellent customer service.

What will you sell and to whom?

You will be selling our extensive range of N&C ceramic and porcelain tiles, Nicobond adhesives, grouting compounds and screeds, tiling systems and wet rooms.

Our customer base includes, yet is not limited to, Tiling contractors, house builders, social landlords, main contractors, wet room installers, local authorities and quality retailers.

Person Specification – Field Sales Executive:

• Previous experience within a similar field-based sales role.


• A superstar go-getter, can you close deals?


• You must have a full UK driving licence and be happy being field-based, on the road on a daily basis.


• Someone with a dynamic, self-driven and can-do attitude.


• Prior experience within the construction industry is preferred, however, not essential.


• A commitment to excellent customer service.


• Friendly, engaging and approachable.


• Passionate about bringing in new business.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• A professional and positive approach.


• Good team player with attention to detail.


• Computer literate, preferably with CRM knowledge.


• Based on the patch.


• Not afraid to go the extra mile when needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training.


• Competitive basic salary.


• Uncapped quarterly and annual bonus schemes.


• Executive company car.


• Mobile and laptop.


• Pension scheme.


• Private healthcare insurance.


• Holiday entitlement.

N&C Glass, a leading UK glass manufacturer, is part of the Nicholls and Clarke Group of Companies and has been supplying quality products to the glass industry for over a century. Nationwide we have a team of over 450 people supplying Building Materials to the trade and public.

What will the HGV Class 2 Driver do?

We are currently seeking an HGV Driver, with good experience and a Class 2 licence to join our team in Fareham to cover deliveries in the South East and South West of England. We offer excellent development prospects and a long-term career.

The position will involve occasional warehouse loading (training will be provided).

Forklift training is also available on request.

Requirements for the HGV Class 2 Driver:

· An HGV Class 2 licence is essential

· Valid CPC card (training available where required)

· You should be physically fit as some loading/unloading is required via a tail lift/pallet truck

· Good customer services skills

· A team player

· Good time management

Benefits:

· Monday to Friday (7am-4 pm) - no unsocial hours

· Full time permanent contract – guaranteed work

· A competitive salary

· 23 Days' holiday plus 8 bank holidays, rising to 24 days' holiday after 5 years’ service

· Excellent development prospects and long term career

· Free on-site parking

· Staff discount on all building materials

· Health & Safety equipment will be supplied

Production Operatives

Due to an increased demand we currently have a number of exciting opportunities for individuals looking to join our friendly and established company as Production Operatives. Positions available are:

4 pm-12.30 am Monday-Thursday and 2.30 pm-10.30 pm Fridays.

About us:

N&C Glass is part of the Nicholls & Clarke Group, which was founded in 1875. We specialise in the processing and distribution of glass and have been supplying quality products to the glass industry for over a century. 

Offering full training, a friendly working environment, a competitive rate of pay, and a secure position within an established company.

The Role:

We are looking to recruit Production Operatives who ideally have a few years of working experience to join our busy manufacturing facility on either day shifts, evening shifts or night shifts.

You will be working within a small team making domestic sealed units on a semi-automated production line. Our high volume production facility holds various machines to aid your work.

No previous experience is necessary but if you have relevant experience your salary could be adjusted to reflect this.  

Full training will be given.      

Requirements for the Production Operatives:

• No previous experience is necessary, but desirable, although a good checkable working history is essential


• You should have a basic understanding of the importance of Health & Safety


• Ability to work unsupervised, or as part of a team


• An understanding of targets and the drive to better them


• An excellent timekeeper and team player


• Flexibility and adaptability – able to work in a fast production/manufacturing environment


• A willingness to be trained on various machines


• An eye for quality, without compromising on production targets


• Ability to organise and complete paperwork


• Good housekeeping skills with an understanding that “extra” may be asked in busy periods


• Able to uphold the companies polices and principles

Job Overview

We are seeking a reliable and skilled 7.5 Tonne Driver to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of goods to various locations. This role requires a strong commitment to customer service and adherence to road safety regulations. As a 7.5 Tonne Driver, you will be crucial in ensuring that our deliveries are completed on time and in excellent condition.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 7.5-tonne lorry for the delivery of goods to customers across designated routes.


• Ensure all deliveries are made safely and efficiently, adhering to all traffic laws and company policies.


• Conduct pre-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure it is in good working order.


• Load and unload goods, ensuring they are secured properly for transport.


• Maintain accurate delivery records and complete necessary paperwork.


• Communicate effectively with dispatchers and customers regarding delivery schedules and any potential issues.


• Provide exceptional customer service by representing the company positively during interactions with clients.

Skills

• Proven experience as a delivery driver, preferably focusing on commercial driving.


• Ability to drive a flatbed lorry safely and efficiently.


• Strong knowledge of road safety regulations and best practices for driving.


• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage time effectively.


• Good communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective interaction with customers and team members.


• A valid UK driving license with the appropriate category for driving a 7.5 tonne vehicle.


• A professional attitude towards work, demonstrating reliability and commitment to quality service.

Benefits:

· Monday to Friday (7 am to 5 pm) - no unsocial hours

· Full-time permanent contract – guaranteed work

· A competitive salary

· 23 Days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, rising to 24 days holiday after 5 years’ service

· Excellent development prospects and long-term career

· Free on-site parking

· Staff discount on all building materials

· Health & Safety equipment will be supplied

If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please email a copy of your CV to: recruitment@nichollsandclarke.com

Please include the job vacancy you would like to apply for within the email's subject line.

Join Our Team and become a part of the Nicholls & Clarke Family. https://www.nichollsandclarke.com/

N+C Glass, part of the Nicholls and Clarke Group is looking to recruit a Production Operative to join our Fareham factory on a permanent basis due to exciting company growth.

N+C Glass are highly reputable Glass window manufacturers and have been operating for nearly 150 years. Our Fareham warehouse has a vacancy on our sealed unit line at the end stage of the sealing robot. This position is on our day shift with the working hours being 6am-4.30pm. No experience necessary. This is a manual job that requires lifting of units and attention to detail to spot any quality issues.

· Competitive salary.

· Excellent progression opportunities in various aspects of the branch.

· Supported training programme.

· Company pension scheme.

· 31 days annual leave, raised to 33 with time served (8 days bank holiday inclusive)

As a Production Operative you will be responsible for (but not limited to):

· Understanding and completing paperwork.

· Operating glass processing machinery and equipment.

· Maintaining health and safety regulations across the factory floor.

· Housekeeping of machinery and work areas.

· Manual handling of glass.

· The quality of glass and work produced.

· Working on either an automated unit production line / a toughened glass production line / Loading of goods in and out / assembling internal frames.

To be considered for the role you must:

· Have a willingness to learn (full training provided).

· Be able to work towards a given target.

· Excellent attention to detail.

· Be adaptable.

· Be able to work unsupervised and as part of a team.

· Able to adhere to the company’s policies and values.

To Learn more about us please visit www.ncglass.com

N&C Tiles and Bathrooms are part of the Nicholls and Clarke Group of Companies. Founded in 1875 Nicholls and Clarke Group are a manufacturer, distributor and retailer of building materials throughout the UK. We have a committed team of over 450 people supplying building materials to the trade and retail markets.

The Retail Sales Assistant will be required to engage with customers and other team members to provide exceptional customer service through your enthusiasm and knowledge.

You will be responsible for driving sales and provide high quality customer service by identifying our customer's needs and giving accurate advice for their requirements.

Key Responsibilities for Retail Sales Assistant include:

• Delivering exclusive Customer Service through knowledge and inspiring customers


• Building relationships with both trade and DIY customers


• Generating new trade leads through telesales


• Working as part of a team to maintain showroom stock levels and store appearance


• Resolving customer queries following Company procedures in a professional manner


• Manual lifting when required

Key Requirements of the role include:

• Previous experience in similar roles/ environments (desirable)


• Experience in providing customer service


• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills


• Comfortable in regularly handling customer situations

If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please email a copy of your CV to: recruitment@nichollsandclarke.com

Please remember to include the job vacancy that you would like to apply for, in the subject line of the email.

It's our people who make up the company we are today.

Join Our Team and become a part of the Nicholls & Clarke Family.

We are currently seeking hardworking and reliable Production Operative (Fork and reach truck) for a UK manufacturer of cement based materials is looking for production staff to complete roles within the factory and warehouse areas. You will play a key role in the day to day production operations ensuring quality and efficiency at all times. This role involves regular manual handling and heavy lifting, so the applicant must be physically fit. Able multitask as various tasks are required to be completed. The role is varying shifts depending on the business requirements and is based on an 8 hour shifts as standard with overtime opportunities. The specific role that we are looking for requires the operator to have a valid Fork truck certificate (Reach truck also would be an advantage) The role would be to carry out fork lifting duties throughout the factory/warehouses and also to oversee goods in and putting away, the duties may also include working on production machinery when required.

Role Requirements

• Operating and assisting with equipment on the production lines.


• Overseeing the goods in process and putting goods away.


• Assisting with loading and unloading of vehicles as required.


• Assisting despatching of goods when required.


• Ensure that work area is kept clean and safe.


• Working according to company policies and procedures.


• Meeting production targets and deadlines.


• Able to use own initiative and complete tasks in a timely manner.


• Able to work flexible hours to meet the requirements of the company.


• Flexible and reliable attitude.

Experience

• Must be physically fit as part of the role is manually moving 20-25kg sacks.


• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is desirable but not essential.


• Counterbalance certificate and experience is essential.


• Reach truck experience is preferable.


• Attention to detail


• Ability to work as part of a team but also to work independently on occasions.


• Willing to work in a fast paced industrial environment


• Understanding of written and spoken English.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.


• Overtime opportunities.


• On the job training provided.


• Company pension scheme.


• Perk box benefits and discounts.