Business Development Manager, Co. Kildare

The Role Leinster Appointments is currently recruiting for a permanent, full time Business Development Manager in Co. Kildare.

This is a permanent, full time role

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and champion the company's products, services, and value propositions to both existing and prospective customers.
• Develop a thorough understanding of customer requirements and deliver tailored solutions that meet their operational and commercial objectives.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key customer stakeholders in line with the customer engagement strategy.
• Act as a recognised industry specialist and subject matter expert within designated market sectors.
• Drive profitable solutions-based sales and maximise commercial opportunities.
• Develop innovative commercial models and demonstrate measurable value and return on investment for customers.
• Focus on securing recurring revenue streams and long-term customer partnerships.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop opportunities within new and emerging market sectors.
• Prepare estimates, quotations, and tender submissions as required.
• Represent the company at customer meetings, industry events, trade exhibitions, and networking functions.
• Undertake regular international travel to support business development activities.
• Drive customer retention and new business acquisition across assigned markets and sectors.
• Contribute technical, commercial, and solution-based content to tender responses and proposals.
• Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline while achieving agreed sales and business development targets.
• Provide market intelligence and customer feedback to support ongoing proposition and service development.
• Assist with forecasting market trends, customer demand, and future business opportunities.

The Person Qualifications

• Third-level qualification in Business, Engineering, Sales, or a related discipline is desirable, although relevant industry experience will also be considered.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a multinational sales environment, particularly in solution-based selling.
• Demonstrated track record of driving revenue growth, customer acquisition, and customer satisfaction.
• Strong technical understanding of noise control technologies and associated services.
• Excellent communication, presentation, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• Industry experience within Commercial Vehicles, Manufacturing, HVAC, Data Centres, or related sectors.
• Minimum of four years' experience in a Sales or Business Development position.
• Proven ability to develop business opportunities within multinational organisations, including commercial negotiations and contract discussions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong commercial awareness with a results-driven approach.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with stakeholders at all levels.