Careers
We always welcome hearing from people interested in a career in the timber processing sector. To enquire about current vacancies, email careers@glennonbrothers.ie
Since 1913, Glennon Brothers has been manufacturing high-quality timber products and is now the premier name in the Irish and UK timber processing industry. Through Glennon Brothers plants in Longford and Fermoy, and Windymains Timber and Adam Wilsons in Scotland, we supply both the Irish and UK markets with products for the construction, pallet wood and fencing industries. We also supply timber frame and engineered roof trusses through Dempsey Timber Engineering in Ireland and Alexanders Timber Design in Scotland.
Products include kiln dried graded carcassing, pallet and packing case material, CLS for the timber frame manufacturing industry and machined whitewood for the garden shed industry. In addition, we offer Glendeck timber decking and fencing for outdoor use.
Vacancies
Timber Frame Plant Manager
Area Sales Manager - North England & Midlands
DTE Manufacturing, part of the Glennon Brothers group, based in Longford, is one of Ireland’s leading manufacturers of timber frame homes and roof structures. Our Clients range from private individuals to the most prestigious national building and construction companies.
Due to our continued growth, we seeking to appoint a Senior Designer to join and lead our in-house design team in our Longford Office.
Key Responsibilities will include:
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Create and manage design programmes in line with client contractual agreements.
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Manage all technical aspects of the business, including internal & external queries.
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Work closely with the estimating team to contribute technical knowledge and value engineering at tender stage.
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Work closely with the Production Manager to ensure all information for manufacture is in line with manufacturing requirements and improve processes where required.
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Lead a team of in-house designers, setting targets and reporting on progress.
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Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships with key accounts across Ireland.
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Liaising with client design teams and external consultants in relation to live projects.
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Liaising with site teams in relation to queries arising.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:
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Ideally several years’ experience in Timber Frame or modular build design.
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Proficient in AutoCAD software.
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Knowledge of Digital Project Delivery principles.
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Develop drawings for new and existing projects.
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Ability to read and understand architectural/engineering drawings.
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Familiar with Microsoft Office suite of products.
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Strong analytic/problem-solving skills.
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Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
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Dependable, flexible
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Enthusiastic & self-motivated.
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Results driven whilst participating in a team environment.
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Strong communication skills (oral and written).
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Excellent attention to detail.
Applications in the strictest confidence, with full CV by email to: philip.ducie@glennonbrothers.ie
Area Sales Manager - North England & Midlands
Glennon Brothers (www.glennonbrothers.ie) is a leading timber processor in the UK and Ireland with a strong growth story. As a leader in the Green Tech industry, Glennon Brothers is a growing, dynamic and innovative organisation with ambitious growth plans. The company won the Ernst & Young Ireland Industry Entrepreneur award in 2010, a Ruban d’Honneur in the European Business Award in 2013 and the TTJ Softwood Trader of the Year 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 & 2023. Glennon Brothers supplies both the UK and Irish markets with products for the construction, pallet wood and fencing industries. It also manufactures timber frame homes and engineered roof trusses for the house building sector. Glennon Brothers has operations in Troon and Edinburgh in the UK, and Longford, Fermoy and Arklow in Ireland. Following the acquisition of Balcas Timber and Balcas Energy in November 2021 with facilities in Enniskillen in Northern Ireland and Invergordon in Scotland, the groups turnover has doubled, and headcount increased to over 900 employees. Its people, a commitment to service, and ongoing investment in new technology are core to the business. Glennon Brothers is now expanding its sales team to appoint an Area Sales Manager for North England and Midlands.
Role
Reporting to the Head of Group Sales, this is an exciting
opportunity for the successful candidate to join a dynamic sales team. This
is a field sales role, covering North England and Midlands. The key
responsibilities include:
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Repeat selling to an established customer base as well as generating new business.
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Responsible for proactively managing their accounts
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Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships with key accounts and Buying Groups across the UK.
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Own, hit or exceed annual sales targets and key milestones from a personal and company perspective from achieving sales targets, to maintaining a high level of customer service.
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Demonstrate a strong willingness to grow, lead and manage the sales territory.
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Ensure that the sales process and CRM are maintained from a key account and customer service perspective
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Strong journey planning and account management experience.
The Candidate
This position would suit an ambitious, enthusiastic, self-motivated
individual, with a proven ability in selling timber or building products.
Experience of selling timber products into the builders’ merchant sector
would be an advantage. Good communication skills are essential as well as
the ability to deal with people at all levels of the organization up to
Director level.
An attractive package is available for the right candidate.
Applications in the strictest confidence, with full CV to Philip.ducie@glennonbrothers.ie using reference code GBASM.
Glennon Brothers (www.glennonbrothers.ie) is a leading timber processor in Ireland & UK with a strong growth story. As a leader in the Green Tech industry, Glennon Brothers is a growing, dynamic and innovative organisation with ambitious growth plans. The Group won the Ernst & Young Ireland Industry Entrepreneur award in 2010 and a Ruban d’Honneur in the European Business Award in 2013. Glennon Brothers supplies both the Irish and UK markets with products for the construction, pallet wood and fencing industries. It also manufactures timber frame homes and engineered roof trusses for the house building sector. It has over 900 employees with plants in Troon, Invergordon and Edinburgh in the UK, and Longford, Fermoy, and Enniskillen in Ireland. Its people, a commitment to service, and ongoing investment in new technology are core to the business. Over the past five years it invested over €50 million across the Group including value added processing in Fermoy and a state-of-the-art combined heat and power (CHP) plant in Troon. As the group prepares for continued growth and investment in the UK and Ireland, Glennon Brothers is now expanding its management team to appoint a Head of IS.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, this is an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to lead the IT function and execution of the IS / IT strategy to grow the business. This person will be responsible for devising the group’s IS / IT strategy and ensure that all infrastructure and systems necessary to support its operations as well as manage the IT teams across Ireland and the UK. The successful candidate must have a successful track record in leading IT teams and ensuring the delivery of best-in-class IS / IT services. There is a requirement to frequently travel in Ireland and the UK as part of this role.
Key responsibilities include:
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Set objectives and strategies for the IS/IT department.
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Select and implement suitable technologies to improve business operations using public cloud, private cloud or on premise solutions as appropriate
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Ensure the security of the entire information stack including hosting, network, servers and storage, backup, end user devices and applications
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Select and manage appropriate IT suppliers and partners
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Responsible for the development, review, and certification of all back-up and disaster recovery procedures and plans.
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Oversee the IT technological infrastructure in the organisation and ensure optimal performance
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Plan the implementation of new solutions and provide guidance to the IT team and managed service partners and other staff within the organisation
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Prepare annual budget for the IT department including budgeting purchases of IT equipment and software
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Monitor changes or advancements in technology to discover ways the company can gain competitive advantage
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Analyze the costs, value and risks of information technology to advise the board on suggested actions
Candidate Profile
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Proven experience as a Head of IS or similar managerial role
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Excellent knowledge of IS / IT systems and infrastructure
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Experience in strategic planning and execution.
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Knowledge of contracting, negotiating, and change management.
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Knowledge of IT hardware and software and cloud solutions and the ability to manage the entire spectrum of information technology operations.
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Experience with implementation of information technology integrations in a large division/company.
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Background in designing/developing IT systems and planning IT implementation
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Solid understanding of data analysis, budgeting and business operations
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Superior analytical and problem-solving capabilities
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A strong strategic and business mindset
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Excellent organisational and leadership skills
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Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
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BSc/BA in information technology, computer science, engineering or relevant field; MSc/MA will be preferred
Applications with an accompanying CV should be sent to: ITcareers@glennonbrothers.ie