Your new company This is an amazing opportunity to join a well-established successful family business that have been trading for over 80 years and have a fantastic reputation in the marketplace. Over the successful 80 year period this company has been extremely innovative diversifying into different products and markets. They are recruiting for a Business Development Manager to cover Northern Ireland area. Salary for this role is £40k-£45k plus bonus. Your new role The company foresees the successful person spending 70%-80% of their time on the road meeting existing loyal customers to continue to build on the relationships and also meeting potential new customers. The other 20%-30% you will be in their offices in Armagh. They have identified there is huge potential for growth in this area. Main duties include: * Develop and execute business development plans to achieve and exceed sales targets, with a focus on expanding our customer base and driving revenue growth. * Utilise your expertise in creating detailed reports and utilising computer savvy to analyse sales data, market trends, and customer preferences. Use this data-driven approach to identify opportunities and inform strategic decisions. * Lead and inspire the van-sales and distribution teams, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure their success. * Conduct thorough market research to identify emerging trends, competitive landscape, and potential clients. Leverage this information to develop targeted sales strategies. * Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with existing and potential clients, understanding their needs and providing exceptional customer service to ensure their satisfaction. * Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess sales performance and develop actionable insights for continuous improvement. * Act as a brand ambassador to network, showcase our products, and generate leads. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: fmcg sales field sales business development manager Benefits: 40k-45k plus bonus