Business Development Executive - North Leinster

Your Mission

Please note that applications will not be considered unless you possess a valid EU driver's license

Job Overview

We are seeking a full-time Business Development Executive based in the North Leinster region to drive sales growth and strengthen FMI’s market presence. This is a proactive, field-based role focused on sales influencing, relationship building, and commercial impact — working closely with retail partners to increase product listings, expand share of space, and grow sales across key categories.

 The ideal candidate will be a confident communicator, skilled at turning product conversations into commercial wins, and capable of delivering measurable sales results while upholding FMI’s professional standards.

Key Benefits

• Lunch allowance
• Fuel card
• Company vehicle 
• Quarterly performance-based bonus

Candidate Requirements

• Location: Must reside in the North Leinster region, ideally in North Dublin, Louth or Meath, with flexibility to travel across the territory.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of sales experience in FMCG, retail, or a similar field, with a proven ability to achieve targets and influence purchasing decisions.
• License: Full, clean driver’s license is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales Influencing and Negotiation: Engage with store managers, buyers, and key decision-makers to drive incremental sales, secure product listings, and expand distribution across North Leinster.
• Account Development: Build and manage strong customer relationships that deliver sustainable sales growth and long-term loyalty.
• Target Achievement: Achieve and exceed regional sales targets and KPIs through effective territory planning, execution, and relationship management.
• Promotional Execution: Collaborate with marketing and trade teams to execute product promotions, displays, and events that directly influence sales outcomes.
• Market Expansion: Identify new sales opportunities and develop strategies to grow product presence in new and existing channels, including retail, cafés, and gyms.
• Category Advocacy: Provide insights on product performance, competitor activity, and customer trends to support commercial decision-making and campaign adjustments.
• Merchandising Support: Maintain product visibility and shelf standards to ensure brand representation complements sales initiatives.
• Order Processing and CRM Management: Use digital tools to manage orders, log customer interactions, track performance, and maintain accurate CRM records.
• Sales Reporting: Produce timely and insightful reports on territory performance, market developments, and opportunities for growth.
• Event Representation: Represent FMI and its brands at trade shows, sampling events, and business development activities.

Your Profile

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Influencer Mindset: Naturally persuasive and skilled at guiding customers toward purchase decisions through trust, product knowledge, and insight.
• Sales-Driven: Confident closer with a strong commercial awareness and motivation to achieve and surpass sales targets.
• Relationship Builder: Able to create long-term partnerships through genuine engagement and follow-through.
• Self-Starter: Works independently, plans effectively, and thrives in a results-oriented environment.
• Professional Communicator: Articulate and engaging in both one-to-one and group settings, with excellent presentation skills.
• Solution-Oriented: Handles objections professionally and turns challenges into opportunities.

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