Business Development Executive

The Opportunity
An established and growing organisation is looking for an ambitious Business Development Executive to drive new business and grow existing customer relationships across Ireland.
This is a genuine sales and business development role for someone who enjoys finding opportunities, building relationships and winning business.
Construction, building materials, engineering or technical sector experience is highly desirable.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and win new business across the Republic of Ireland.
• Grow and develop existing customer accounts.
• Identify and convert new sales opportunities.
• Build and manage a strong sales pipeline.
• Meet customers and key decision-makers face-to-face.
• Develop long-term commercial relationships.
• Understand customer requirements and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Work closely with internal sales, technical and operational teams.
• Achieve agreed sales and business development targets.

What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a proven B2B sales professional who is confident winning new business and developing accounts.
You’ll ideally have:

• Strong field sales or business development experience.
• A proven track record of winning new customers.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building and negotiation skills.
• A proactive, target-driven approach.
• Strong commercial awareness and sales discipline.
• The confidence to engage with customers at all levels.
• A full clean driving licence.

Experience with construction materials, building products, civil engineering, infrastructure or other technical B2B products is a strong advantage.

Package

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

Interested?
If you’re an ambitious sales professional who enjoys winning new business and building long-term customer relationships, we’d like to hear from you.

Why Choose Clark?

• Inclusive & Supportive: We welcome diversity, ensure equal opportunities, and provide reasonable accommodations for interviews.
• Expert Guidance: Our experienced recruiters are dedicated to finding the right fit for you.
• Personalised Support: We’re with you every step of the way to ensure a smooth job search.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now.

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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
At Clark Recruitment, we're dedicated career partners, connecting exceptional talent with outstanding employers across Ireland.
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.
• Personalised Support – Guidance from application through to onboarding.
• A Recruitment Partner You Can Trust – Decades of experience and strong relationships with leading employers across Ireland.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today.
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