Sales Development Manager – Co. Cork
Sales Development Manager
Location: Charleville, County Cork -> Limerick Region
Salary: up to 60K gross p/year +10% bonus
Contract: full-time, permanent
Benefits: Company car
Healthcare
Pension Contribution
Sick Pay Scheme
Bike to Work Scheme
Employee Assistance Program
Required: EU Passport or Irish Stamp 4
Working schedule: office hours, 5 days a week
On the road (field sales) must check in at the company office (start or end of day).
Area of work: Limerick region
2-stage interview face to face
We are seeking an experienced and driven Sales Development Manager to join our client’s team in Charleville. This is a key position responsible for developing new business opportunities, managing customer relationships, and driving sales growth across our clients’ range of building materials. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the construction industry, proven sales experience, and the ability to build lasting partnerships with trade professionals and contractors.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement sales strategies to increase market share and achieve revenue targets within the region.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities with builders, contractors, developers, and other trade customers.
- Manage existing customer accounts to ensure customer excellence, repeat business, and loyalty.
- Work closely with branch and commercial teams to coordinate pricing, stock availability, and delivery schedules.
- Prepare sales reports and performance updates for management.
- Location requires starting or ending each day in the Charleville branch and attending a weekly meeting in Charleville with the management team.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in sales or business development within the building materials, construction supply, or related trade
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to negotiate effectively and close deals.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport at all levels.
- Self-motivated, target-driven, and capable of working independently in the field.