National Sales Manager

National Sales Manager – Ireland & Northern Ireland

Kitchen & KBB Industry
Base Salary: €50,000 – €60,000 + Commission
OTE: Up to €90,000+
Company Car: BMW 3 Series, Mercedes C-Class, Audi A4 or Volkswagen Tiguan

Our client is Germany's No. 1 kitchen manufacturer and Europe's largest producer of fitted kitchens. Renowned for exceptional quality, innovation and manufacturing excellence, the company supplies retail partners in more than 90 countries and continues to invest in expanding its presence across Ireland.

As part of this continued growth, we are seeking an experienced National Sales Manager to take responsibility for developing existing customer relationships, winning new business and strengthening the company's market position across Ireland and Northern Ireland.

The Opportunity

This is an autonomous, field-based national sales role offering the opportunity to represent one of the most respected brands in the global kitchen industry.

You will take ownership of the company's sales activity across Ireland and Northern Ireland, working closely with an established network of retailers and distributors while identifying new opportunities to increase market share and drive commercial growth.

The successful candidate will become a trusted commercial partner to customers, providing sales support, product expertise and strategic account development.

Key Responsibilities

Take responsibility for sales growth across Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Develop and strengthen long-term relationships with existing retail partners and customers.
Identify, secure and onboard new business opportunities.
Grow market share and develop the company's presence within the Irish and Northern Irish markets.
Present and promote a market-leading portfolio of premium kitchen products.
Support customers with showroom development, kitchen planning and display solutions.
Conduct customer meetings, commercial negotiations and sales presentations.
Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve agreed revenue and growth targets.
Monitor market trends, competitor activity and emerging opportunities.
Deliver product and sales training to customers and their teams.
Provide regular market feedback and commercial insight to the wider business.
Work closely with colleagues across the wider international sales organisation.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

A proven track record in field sales, business development and account management.
Experience within the kitchen, KBB, furniture, interiors or construction products sector is highly desirable.
Strong knowledge of the Irish kitchen/KBB market, including retailers, distributors and key market dynamics, would be a significant advantage.
Existing relationships and contacts within the Irish kitchen market would be highly advantageous.
A strong understanding of kitchen planning, design and showroom environments is desirable.
Excellent commercial awareness with outstanding relationship-building skills.
The ability to influence, negotiate and close business at all levels.
A proven ability to develop new business while maximising existing customer relationships.
A proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to work autonomously.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
A willingness to travel extensively throughout Ireland and Northern Ireland, with occasional visits to the company's European headquarters.
A full clean driving licence.

What's on Offer

€50,000 – €60,000 base salary, depending on experience.
Commission structure with OTE of up to €90,000+.
Company car, with options including:
- BMW 3 Series
- Mercedes C-Class
- Audi A4
- Volkswagen Tiguan
The opportunity to represent Germany's No. 1 kitchen manufacturer and Europe's largest kitchen producer.
Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing product training.
Career development within a highly successful international organisation.
A high degree of autonomy and ownership over the Irish market.
A collaborative and supportive working environment.
Long-term career stability with an industry-leading manufacturer.

Apply

If you are an ambitious sales professional with strong commercial ability and a genuine understanding of the Irish kitchen/KBB market, this is an excellent opportunity to join a globally recognised manufacturer and play a key role in its continued growth across Ireland and Northern Ireland.

Apply in complete confidence through Clark Recruitment. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality on behalf of our client.

About Clark Recruitment
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We promote diversity, equality and inclusion throughout the recruitment process. If you require any reasonable accommodations or additional support, please let us know.
Why Choose Clark Recruitment?

Industry Expertise – We match your skills and career goals with the right opportunities.
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Commercial Sales Manager

Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Sales Manager to join their senior management team and play a central role in shaping the company's commercial strategy and future growth plans.This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially astute, people-focused leader to take ownership of a sales function, drive ambitious growth targets, and directly influence business direction at board level.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement commercial strategies aligned with company goals to drive accelerated, profitable, and sustainable growth (targeting +20–30% turnover growth by end of 2029)
Conduct comprehensive market research to inform robust business plans for expansion and development
Prioritise exceptional service for existing customers while actively acquiring new clients and managing relationships effectively
Lead and manage a sales team of 8 to deliver key strategic results
Monitor commercial performance against key metrics (margin growth, new business, product mix) and prepare reports and presentations for senior management
Contribute to budget development and financial target setting, with ongoing monitoring of financial and sales performance
Collaborate with the board of directors and senior managers to shape the company's long-term strategic vision
Review and optimise departmental structures for maximum efficiency
Foster cohesion and a unified strategy within the sales department to drive organisational success

Experience & Qualifications

5+ years' experience in a senior commercial role
Background in Construction and/or Manufacturing highly desirable
Relevant degree in Business, Construction, or Engineering Management (Level 9 preferred)
Demonstrated success leading and managing a sales team
Confident working with CRM and/or ERP systems
Track record of building sales year-on-year
Strong understanding of the value of brand development

Key Competencies

Strong budgetary control and technical aptitude
Curious, self-driven, and commercially minded
Proven leadership skills, with experience managing a team (8 direct reports)
Highly organised and decisive
Skilled negotiator, able to build rapport with customers and subcontractors
Strong numeracy and financial management skills
High attention to detail with a commitment to quality
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Accountable, personable, and reliable
Thrives in a fast-paced environment

Why Choose Clark as your Trusted Recruitment Partner?

Inclusive Culture: We celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities for all.
Supportive Experienced Recruiters: Finding the right position for the right person matters to us. We're here to help you source the best career opportunity.
Personalised Assistance: From start to finish, we're committed to making your job search journey as smooth as possible.

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Business Development Executive

€50,000–€55,000 basic + attractive additional earning potential
Republic of Ireland | Field-Based

Our client is an established organisation operating within the business-to-business technical and commercial marketplace. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking to appoint a Business Development Executive to develop customer relationships, identify new commercial opportunities and contribute to further growth across the Republic of Ireland.

The Role

This is a field-based commercial position with responsibility for developing both new and existing business. Key responsibilities will include:

Developing new business opportunities and growing existing customer relationships.
Building and maintaining a strong network of commercial contacts.
Identifying, developing and converting sales opportunities.
Managing a healthy and active sales pipeline.
Meeting customers throughout your territory and attending relevant networking and industry events.
Developing a strong understanding of customer requirements and identifying appropriate commercial solutions.
Working collaboratively with internal sales, technical and operational teams.
Delivering against agreed commercial and business development objectives.

About You

We are looking for a commercially driven field sales or business development professional who can demonstrate:

Previous field sales, business development or customer-facing commercial experience.
A proven ability to build strong, long-term customer relationships.
Confidence in developing new business and generating commercial opportunities.
Strong communication, influencing and negotiation skills.
The ability to identify opportunities and successfully convert them into sales.
Excellent organisation and territory/time-management skills.
Confidence engaging with customers and stakeholders at different levels.

There is no fixed number of years’ experience required. Our client is open regarding background and experience and is primarily interested in identifying someone with the right commercial ability, approach and potential.

Sector Experience

Previous experience within a technical, construction, engineering or related B2B environment would be advantageous but is not essential.

Candidates from other sectors are encouraged to apply where they can demonstrate a strong track record in field sales, account development and new business generation.

Package

A highly competitive package is available, including:

€50,000–€55,000 basic salary
Attractive additional earning potential
Company car
Pension contribution
Life assurance
25 days annual leave
Additional company benefits

Interview Process

The selection process will involve an initial interview to discuss your experience, commercial track record and suitability for the opportunity, followed by a second-stage in-person interview.

Candidates should ideally be available to interview at relatively short notice.

Reasonable Accommodation

Our client is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable accommodation or adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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