Business Development Manager - KronoBuild Chirk, Wrexham - Employees can work remotely Full-Time, Permanent Do you love the thrill of opening a new account and turning a cold introduction into a long-term customer Kronospan is looking for a driven, relationship-building Business Development Manager to grow our KronoDesign portfolio across distribution, manufacturing and merchant customers. Kronospan is one of the world's largest manufacturers of wood-based panels and decorative surfaces. Our melamine faced boards, HPL, compact and lacquered panels are used every day in furniture, interiors and construction projects around the globe. This is your chance to represent a genuinely market-leading product range, with the backing and resource of a global manufacturer, while having real ownership of your own new business pipeline. Job Description This is a new business role first and foremost. You'll spend your time: Opening new accounts across distribution, manufacturing and merchant businesses. Building and driving a pipeline of qualified new business opportunities. Winning new supply agreements and specification opportunities for our decorative and melamine faced ranges. Building senior relationships with buyers and decision-makers. Representing KronoDesign at industry events and exhibitions. Keeping a finger on the pulse of the decorative panels market and feeding insight back into the business. Qualifications: A proven new business hunter with a track record of opening accounts and hitting growth targets. Experience selling into distribution, manufacturing and/or merchant channels. Background in panel products, decorative surfaces, timber, building materials or a related trade sector (melamine / panel experience is a big plus). Confident negotiator, comfortable at Senior Buyer level. Self-starter who is organised, resilient and energised by the chase of new business. Full, clean driving licence and willingness to travel. Additional Information: Competitive base salary with a performance-related bonus tied to new business growth. Car allowance. The backing of a market-leading manufacturer and an extensive decorative range. Genuine autonomy to build and own your territory. A supportive team and clear route for career progression within KronoDesign. When you click apply you will be taken to our careers page to complete your application.
27/07/2026
Full time
Business Development Manager - KronoBuild Chirk, Wrexham - Employees can work remotely Full-Time, Permanent Do you love the thrill of opening a new account and turning a cold introduction into a long-term customer Kronospan is looking for a driven, relationship-building Business Development Manager to grow our KronoDesign portfolio across distribution, manufacturing and merchant customers. Kronospan is one of the world's largest manufacturers of wood-based panels and decorative surfaces. Our melamine faced boards, HPL, compact and lacquered panels are used every day in furniture, interiors and construction projects around the globe. This is your chance to represent a genuinely market-leading product range, with the backing and resource of a global manufacturer, while having real ownership of your own new business pipeline. Job Description This is a new business role first and foremost. You'll spend your time: Opening new accounts across distribution, manufacturing and merchant businesses. Building and driving a pipeline of qualified new business opportunities. Winning new supply agreements and specification opportunities for our decorative and melamine faced ranges. Building senior relationships with buyers and decision-makers. Representing KronoDesign at industry events and exhibitions. Keeping a finger on the pulse of the decorative panels market and feeding insight back into the business. Qualifications: A proven new business hunter with a track record of opening accounts and hitting growth targets. Experience selling into distribution, manufacturing and/or merchant channels. Background in panel products, decorative surfaces, timber, building materials or a related trade sector (melamine / panel experience is a big plus). Confident negotiator, comfortable at Senior Buyer level. Self-starter who is organised, resilient and energised by the chase of new business. Full, clean driving licence and willingness to travel. Additional Information: Competitive base salary with a performance-related bonus tied to new business growth. Car allowance. The backing of a market-leading manufacturer and an extensive decorative range. Genuine autonomy to build and own your territory. A supportive team and clear route for career progression within KronoDesign. When you click apply you will be taken to our careers page to complete your application.
Business Development Manager - KronoBuild Chirk, Wrexham Full-Time, Permanent Kronospan is looking for a personable, hard-working BDM to develop and grow our sales of KronoBuild construction and structural panel products across builders' merchants, distributors and construction/manufacturing customers. Kronospan is one of the world's largest manufacturers of wood-based panels. Our particleboard, MDF, OSB and plywood ranges are used every day on building sites and in manufacturing across the UK. This is a great opportunity to join a well-established, growing brand with strong product availability and the backing of a global manufacturer. Job Description As Business Development Manager, you'll spend your time: Developing sales of KronoBuild construction and structural panel products (particleboard, MDF, OSB and plywood) Calling customers regularly to maintain and grow existing accounts Creating and implementing plans to win new business and target new customers UK wide Increasing customer base and introducing new products to the range Taking personal responsibility for key and target accounts Controlling pricing and delivery, and preparing offers for customers Keeping the CRM system updated with accurate records of customer visits Qualifications Experience in sales, ideally within construction, builders' merchant or timber trade sectors Background as a Builder, Joiner, Timber Merchant or Construction professional is a strong plus Confident communicator, comfortable building relationships with customers face to face and by phone Well organised and highly target driven, with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and CRM systems Resilient, self-motivated and happy to be out on the road visiting customers Full, clean driving licence Additional Information Competitive base salary with a performance-related bonus Company car or car allowance The backing of a well-known, market-leading construction panel brand A supportive team culture and clear route for career progression within KronoBuild When you click apply you will be taken to our careers page to complete your application.
27/07/2026
Full time
Business Development Manager - KronoBuild Chirk, Wrexham Full-Time, Permanent Kronospan is looking for a personable, hard-working BDM to develop and grow our sales of KronoBuild construction and structural panel products across builders' merchants, distributors and construction/manufacturing customers. Kronospan is one of the world's largest manufacturers of wood-based panels. Our particleboard, MDF, OSB and plywood ranges are used every day on building sites and in manufacturing across the UK. This is a great opportunity to join a well-established, growing brand with strong product availability and the backing of a global manufacturer. Job Description As Business Development Manager, you'll spend your time: Developing sales of KronoBuild construction and structural panel products (particleboard, MDF, OSB and plywood) Calling customers regularly to maintain and grow existing accounts Creating and implementing plans to win new business and target new customers UK wide Increasing customer base and introducing new products to the range Taking personal responsibility for key and target accounts Controlling pricing and delivery, and preparing offers for customers Keeping the CRM system updated with accurate records of customer visits Qualifications Experience in sales, ideally within construction, builders' merchant or timber trade sectors Background as a Builder, Joiner, Timber Merchant or Construction professional is a strong plus Confident communicator, comfortable building relationships with customers face to face and by phone Well organised and highly target driven, with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and CRM systems Resilient, self-motivated and happy to be out on the road visiting customers Full, clean driving licence Additional Information Competitive base salary with a performance-related bonus Company car or car allowance The backing of a well-known, market-leading construction panel brand A supportive team culture and clear route for career progression within KronoBuild When you click apply you will be taken to our careers page to complete your application.
Business Development Manager - KronoBuild Chirk, Wrexham Full-Time, Permanent Kronospan is looking for a personable, hard-working BDM to develop and grow our sales of KronoBuild construction and structural panel products across builders' merchants, distributors and construction/manufacturing customers. Kronospan is one of the world's largest manufacturers of wood-based panels. Our particleboard, MDF, OSB and plywood ranges are used every day on building sites and in manufacturing across the UK. This is a great opportunity to join a well-established, growing brand with strong product availability and the backing of a global manufacturer. Job Description As Business Development Manager, you'll spend your time: Developing sales of KronoBuild construction and structural panel products (particleboard, MDF, OSB and plywood) Calling customers regularly to maintain and grow existing accounts Creating and implementing plans to win new business and target new customers UK wide Increasing customer base and introducing new products to the range Taking personal responsibility for key and target accounts Controlling pricing and delivery, and preparing offers for customers Keeping the CRM system updated with accurate records of customer visits Qualifications Experience in sales, ideally within construction, builders' merchant or timber trade sectors Background as a Builder, Joiner, Timber Merchant or Construction professional is a strong plus Confident communicator, comfortable building relationships with customers face to face and by phone Well organised and highly target driven, with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and CRM systems Resilient, self-motivated and happy to be out on the road visiting customers Full, clean driving licence Additional Information Competitive base salary with a performance-related bonus Company car or car allowance The backing of a well-known, market-leading construction panel brand A supportive team culture and clear route for career progression within KronoBuild When you click apply you will be taken to our careers page to complete your application.
24/07/2026
Full time
Business Development Manager - KronoBuild Chirk, Wrexham Full-Time, Permanent Kronospan is looking for a personable, hard-working BDM to develop and grow our sales of KronoBuild construction and structural panel products across builders' merchants, distributors and construction/manufacturing customers. Kronospan is one of the world's largest manufacturers of wood-based panels. Our particleboard, MDF, OSB and plywood ranges are used every day on building sites and in manufacturing across the UK. This is a great opportunity to join a well-established, growing brand with strong product availability and the backing of a global manufacturer. Job Description As Business Development Manager, you'll spend your time: Developing sales of KronoBuild construction and structural panel products (particleboard, MDF, OSB and plywood) Calling customers regularly to maintain and grow existing accounts Creating and implementing plans to win new business and target new customers UK wide Increasing customer base and introducing new products to the range Taking personal responsibility for key and target accounts Controlling pricing and delivery, and preparing offers for customers Keeping the CRM system updated with accurate records of customer visits Qualifications Experience in sales, ideally within construction, builders' merchant or timber trade sectors Background as a Builder, Joiner, Timber Merchant or Construction professional is a strong plus Confident communicator, comfortable building relationships with customers face to face and by phone Well organised and highly target driven, with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and CRM systems Resilient, self-motivated and happy to be out on the road visiting customers Full, clean driving licence Additional Information Competitive base salary with a performance-related bonus Company car or car allowance The backing of a well-known, market-leading construction panel brand A supportive team culture and clear route for career progression within KronoBuild When you click apply you will be taken to our careers page to complete your application.
Business Development Manager KronoBuild Chirk, Wrexham Employees can work remotely Full-Time, Permanent Do you love the thrill of opening a new account and turning a cold introduction into a long-term customer Kronospan is looking for a driven, relationship-building Business Development Manager to grow our KronoDesign portfolio across distribution, manufacturing and merchant customers. Kronospan is one of the world's largest manufacturers of wood-based panels and decorative surfaces. Our melamine faced boards, HPL, compact and lacquered panels are used every day in furniture, interiors and construction projects around the globe. This is your chance to represent a genuinely market-leading product range, with the backing and resource of a global manufacturer, while having real ownership of your own new business pipeline. Job Description This is a new business role first and foremost. You'll spend your time: Opening new accounts across distribution, manufacturing and merchant businesses. Building and driving a pipeline of qualified new business opportunities. Winning new supply agreements and specification opportunities for our decorative and melamine faced ranges. Building senior relationships with buyers and decision-makers. Representing KronoDesign at industry events and exhibitions. Keeping a finger on the pulse of the decorative panels market and feeding insight back into the business. Qualifications: A proven new business hunter with a track record of opening accounts and hitting growth targets. Experience selling into distribution, manufacturing and/or merchant channels. Background in panel products, decorative surfaces, timber, building materials or a related trade sector (melamine / panel experience is a big plus). Confident negotiator, comfortable at Senior Buyer level. Self-starter who is organised, resilient and energised by the chase of new business. Full, clean driving licence and willingness to travel. Additional Information: Competitive base salary with a performance-related bonus tied to new business growth. Car allowance. The backing of a market-leading manufacturer and an extensive decorative range. Genuine autonomy to build and own your territory. A supportive team and clear route for career progression within KronoDesign. When you click apply you will be taken to our careers page to complete your application.
24/07/2026
Full time
Business Development Manager KronoBuild Chirk, Wrexham Employees can work remotely Full-Time, Permanent Do you love the thrill of opening a new account and turning a cold introduction into a long-term customer Kronospan is looking for a driven, relationship-building Business Development Manager to grow our KronoDesign portfolio across distribution, manufacturing and merchant customers. Kronospan is one of the world's largest manufacturers of wood-based panels and decorative surfaces. Our melamine faced boards, HPL, compact and lacquered panels are used every day in furniture, interiors and construction projects around the globe. This is your chance to represent a genuinely market-leading product range, with the backing and resource of a global manufacturer, while having real ownership of your own new business pipeline. Job Description This is a new business role first and foremost. You'll spend your time: Opening new accounts across distribution, manufacturing and merchant businesses. Building and driving a pipeline of qualified new business opportunities. Winning new supply agreements and specification opportunities for our decorative and melamine faced ranges. Building senior relationships with buyers and decision-makers. Representing KronoDesign at industry events and exhibitions. Keeping a finger on the pulse of the decorative panels market and feeding insight back into the business. Qualifications: A proven new business hunter with a track record of opening accounts and hitting growth targets. Experience selling into distribution, manufacturing and/or merchant channels. Background in panel products, decorative surfaces, timber, building materials or a related trade sector (melamine / panel experience is a big plus). Confident negotiator, comfortable at Senior Buyer level. Self-starter who is organised, resilient and energised by the chase of new business. Full, clean driving licence and willingness to travel. Additional Information: Competitive base salary with a performance-related bonus tied to new business growth. Car allowance. The backing of a market-leading manufacturer and an extensive decorative range. Genuine autonomy to build and own your territory. A supportive team and clear route for career progression within KronoDesign. When you click apply you will be taken to our careers page to complete your application.
Junior Prompt Engineer / Developer Chirk, Wrexham Full-Time, Permanent Kronospan is one of the world's leading manufacturers of wood-based panels, with over 40 production sites across four continents. Our Chirk facility in Wrexham, Wales is one of the largest and most advanced wood panel manufacturing plants in the UK. As we continue to invest in technology and digital transformation, we are creating new roles to harness the power of artificial intelligence and drive operational excellence. Job Description This is an exciting entry-level opportunity for a technically minded individual to join Kronospan's growing digital capability. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Junior Prompt Engineer / Developer will play a hands-on role in designing, testing, and refining AI prompt solutions that improve business processes across finance, operations, and administration. You will work at the intersection of language, logic, and technology, helping the organisation unlock real value from large language models (LLMs) and AI tools. Key Responsibilities Include Prompt Design and Development: Design, write, and iterate on prompts for LLM-based tools and internal AI assistants. Build and maintain a prompt library to standardise best practices across the business. Develop prompt templates for recurring business tasks such as report summarisation, data extraction, and document drafting. Test prompt performance systematically and document outcomes. AI Tool Integration and Support: Support the deployment and configuration of AI tools integrated into business workflows. Collaborate with finance, operations, and IT teams to identify use cases for AI automation. Assist in building lightweight prototypes and proofs of concept using AI APIs (e.g. OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure OpenAI). Contribute to the development of internal tools and dashboards that surface AI outputs. Research and Continuous Improvement: Stay current with developments in generative AI, LLMs, and prompt engineering techniques. Evaluate new AI tools and models for potential business application. Document learnings and share knowledge with the wider team. Reporting and Communication: Provide regular progress updates and demonstrations to the CFO and other stakeholders. Produce clear documentation for all prompts, workflows, and AI implementations. Assist in preparing briefings and reports on AI initiatives for senior leadership. Qualifications Essential Skills and Experience: A degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Linguistics, or a related field OR demonstrable equivalent practical experience. Genuine interest in and working knowledge of large language models and generative AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot). Solid written English skills able to craft precise, structured instructions and documentation. Logical, analytical mindset with a methodical approach to problem-solving. Basic programming or scripting experience (Python, JavaScript, or similar) sufficient to work with APIs and automate simple tasks. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment. Desirable Skills and Experience: Hands-on experience with AI / LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, Azure OpenAI, Hugging Face, etc.). Familiarity with prompt engineering techniques such as chain-of-thought, few-shot prompting, RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation), or system prompt design. Experience with version control (Git) and structured documentation practices. Exposure to business intelligence or data tools (Power BI, Excel, SQL). Understanding of manufacturing, finance, or industrial business processes. Experience building simple web applications, internal tools, or automation workflows. Awareness of AI ethics, data governance, and responsible AI principles. Personal Attributes: Curious and self-motivated someone who keeps up with a fast-moving field. Clear communicator, able to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Proactive in spotting opportunities for improvement and willing to suggest ideas. Reliable and professional, suited to a structured Monday Friday onsite environment. A collaborative team player who is comfortable working cross-functionally. Additional Information: A unique opportunity to shape AI adoption at a global manufacturing leader. Direct visibility and mentorship from the CFO and senior leadership team. On-the-job learning in a complex, fast-paced industrial environment. Competitive junior salary with potential for rapid progression as the AI function grows. Stable, full-time onsite role with a clear Monday Friday schedule. Access to the latest AI tools and technologies. When you click apply you will be taken to our careers page to complete your application.
24/07/2026
Full time
Junior Prompt Engineer / Developer Chirk, Wrexham Full-Time, Permanent Kronospan is one of the world's leading manufacturers of wood-based panels, with over 40 production sites across four continents. Our Chirk facility in Wrexham, Wales is one of the largest and most advanced wood panel manufacturing plants in the UK. As we continue to invest in technology and digital transformation, we are creating new roles to harness the power of artificial intelligence and drive operational excellence. Job Description This is an exciting entry-level opportunity for a technically minded individual to join Kronospan's growing digital capability. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Junior Prompt Engineer / Developer will play a hands-on role in designing, testing, and refining AI prompt solutions that improve business processes across finance, operations, and administration. You will work at the intersection of language, logic, and technology, helping the organisation unlock real value from large language models (LLMs) and AI tools. Key Responsibilities Include Prompt Design and Development: Design, write, and iterate on prompts for LLM-based tools and internal AI assistants. Build and maintain a prompt library to standardise best practices across the business. Develop prompt templates for recurring business tasks such as report summarisation, data extraction, and document drafting. Test prompt performance systematically and document outcomes. AI Tool Integration and Support: Support the deployment and configuration of AI tools integrated into business workflows. Collaborate with finance, operations, and IT teams to identify use cases for AI automation. Assist in building lightweight prototypes and proofs of concept using AI APIs (e.g. OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure OpenAI). Contribute to the development of internal tools and dashboards that surface AI outputs. Research and Continuous Improvement: Stay current with developments in generative AI, LLMs, and prompt engineering techniques. Evaluate new AI tools and models for potential business application. Document learnings and share knowledge with the wider team. Reporting and Communication: Provide regular progress updates and demonstrations to the CFO and other stakeholders. Produce clear documentation for all prompts, workflows, and AI implementations. Assist in preparing briefings and reports on AI initiatives for senior leadership. Qualifications Essential Skills and Experience: A degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Linguistics, or a related field OR demonstrable equivalent practical experience. Genuine interest in and working knowledge of large language models and generative AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot). Solid written English skills able to craft precise, structured instructions and documentation. Logical, analytical mindset with a methodical approach to problem-solving. Basic programming or scripting experience (Python, JavaScript, or similar) sufficient to work with APIs and automate simple tasks. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment. Desirable Skills and Experience: Hands-on experience with AI / LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, Azure OpenAI, Hugging Face, etc.). Familiarity with prompt engineering techniques such as chain-of-thought, few-shot prompting, RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation), or system prompt design. Experience with version control (Git) and structured documentation practices. Exposure to business intelligence or data tools (Power BI, Excel, SQL). Understanding of manufacturing, finance, or industrial business processes. Experience building simple web applications, internal tools, or automation workflows. Awareness of AI ethics, data governance, and responsible AI principles. Personal Attributes: Curious and self-motivated someone who keeps up with a fast-moving field. Clear communicator, able to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Proactive in spotting opportunities for improvement and willing to suggest ideas. Reliable and professional, suited to a structured Monday Friday onsite environment. A collaborative team player who is comfortable working cross-functionally. Additional Information: A unique opportunity to shape AI adoption at a global manufacturing leader. Direct visibility and mentorship from the CFO and senior leadership team. On-the-job learning in a complex, fast-paced industrial environment. Competitive junior salary with potential for rapid progression as the AI function grows. Stable, full-time onsite role with a clear Monday Friday schedule. Access to the latest AI tools and technologies. When you click apply you will be taken to our careers page to complete your application.
