General Manager & Head of Sales

General Manager & Head of Sales Co. Tipperary

Salary: Up to €100,000 Depending on Experience Company Vehicle Pension Some Travel Required

Red D are recruiting an experienced General Manager & Head of Sales for an established business operating within the Irish agricultural sector, based in Co. Tipperary.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven General Manager with strong agricultural industry knowledge to take responsibility for the overall leadership, sales performance and continued growth of the business.

We are looking for someone who understands the Irish agricultural market, has strong commercial instincts and enjoys building relationships with customers while leading and developing a successful team.

The General Manager & Head of Sales will have responsibility for both the commercial and operational performance of the business, with a particular focus on sales growth, profitability, customer relationships and business development.

This is a senior leadership appointment offering considerable responsibility, autonomy and the opportunity to influence the future direction of the business.

The position will involve travel as part of the commercial and leadership responsibilities.

The Role

As General Manager & Head of Sales, your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the overall commercial and operational performance of the business
• Developing and implementing sales strategies to drive revenue, market share and profitability
• Managing and developing the sales team, setting clear targets and supporting individual and team performance
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, industry partners and key stakeholders
• Identifying new business opportunities across existing and potential markets
• Overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency, quality and strong customer service
• Taking responsibility for budgets, forecasting, financial performance and cost management
• Leading, motivating and developing teams across the business
• Monitoring market developments, competitor activity and emerging commercial opportunities
• Travelling as required to meet customers, develop business relationships and support commercial activities
• Working closely with senior stakeholders to establish business priorities and deliver long-term growth

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for an experienced commercial leader who combines strong sales and business management experience with a good understanding of the Irish agricultural industry.

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Strong knowledge of the Irish agricultural sector and its commercial environment
• Proven experience in a senior management, General Manager, Head of Sales or Commercial Manager position
• A successful track record in sales leadership, business development and revenue growth
• Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets, margins and profitability
• Strong people management skills and experience leading and developing teams
• The ability to build lasting relationships with customers and industry stakeholders
• A practical, hands-on approach to business management
• Strong communication, negotiation and decision-making skills
• The confidence to take ownership of business performance and deliver results
• Flexibility and willingness to travel as required by the business

Experience within agricultural sales, agribusiness or a related agricultural business would be particularly relevant.

Salary & Benefits

Salary €80,000 to €100,000 depending on experience

• Company vehicle
• Company pension
• Permanent, full-time position
• Senior leadership responsibility with significant commercial influence
• Opportunity to contribute to the continued growth and development of the business

Location: Co. Tipperary

Travel: Travel will be required as part of the role.

We can only consider candidates with full, unrestricted permission to live and work in the EU.

UK passport holders are also welcome to apply.

Equal Opportunities

Red D Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from people of all genders, backgrounds and identities. Selection is based on merit, skills and experience.