Business Development Executive

Business Development Executive - Roofing & Rainwater Solutions About Your New Employer

• Join a leading supplier of premium roofing accessories and aluminium rainwater goods with a strong regional brand and a commitment to quality, aesthetics, and product longevity.
• Established reputation in the West and ambitious plans to expand presence in the East across Ireland, servicing merchants, contractors, homeowners, developers, and installers.
• A supportive, growth-oriented employer offering autonomy, strong compensation, and a non-micromanaged environment.

About Your New Job

• As the Business Development Executive, you will spend 4 days a week on the road, engaging with merchants and contractors across all regions - no fixed routes, giving you real autonomy and variety.
• You will split your focus between driving merchant sales (35%), promoting aluminium rainwater products (35%), and handling pricing/admin (30%).
• You will champion products known for their premium pricing, aesthetic appeal, and durability, often specified for commercial developments.
• You will manage long sales cycles (up to 12 months), but are expected to generate activity/enquiries within your first three months. There are no sales targets for the first 6 months.
• You will work hands-on, including site visits and demonstrations, sometimes donning a hard hat and boots and obtaining a Safe Pass if required.

What Skills You Need

• Experience in business development or sales, ideally in roofing, building materials, plastics, or a related sector.
• Ability and willingness to engage directly with installers and contractors - hands-on approach is essential.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, highly organised, and comfortable working autonomously across all regions.
• Full, clean driving licence.

What's on Offer

• Attractive basic salary: €50,000-€60,000plus Bonus
• Company car (Toyota Corolla estate range), phone, iPad, and fuel card to support your on-the-road activity.
• €2,000 loyalty bonus payable after 6 months' service.
• Pension and additional benefits.
• Join a highly reputable brand with growth potential and a supportive, non-micromanaged team environment.