Business Development Manager
About the role
Opportunity: Business Development Manager - Field based
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Competitive including uncapped commission structure available in this role + company car
Location: Field based in South East Ireland covering Carlow, Kilkenny, Waterford, Wexford and Tipperary.
About Us
Briggs Equipment Group is a market leader in asset management and maintenance solutions, operating across Ireland and UK. With a group turnover of €100 million, our businesses include Briggs Equipment Ireland, Aerial Platform Hire, Laois Hire Services, Future Events Hire and Galway Plant and Tool Hire.
Due to ongoing growth, we’re seeking a driven and ambitious Business Development Manager to join our sales team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to accelerate their career in a dynamic and innovate environment. You’ll be responsible for managing an established customer base while actively identifying and securing new business opportunities, specifically for Hyster Forklift Trucks and Combilift equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and grow your territory, ensuring strong engagement with both existing and prospective clients.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities through research, networking, and market analysis.
Achieve and exceed sales targets for Hyster and associated agency equipment.
Develop tailored sales strategies by understanding customer needs and mitigating potential risks.
Lead contract negotiations and ensure seamless integration of customer requirements into operational processes.
Leverage insights from local and national markets to support strategic sales initiatives.
Build and maintain a robust pipeline of prospects through proactive lead generation.
Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure the delivery of quality solutions and services.
What you’ll bring:
Proven experience in a sales or business development role, ideally within the equipment or industrial sectors.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a talent for building lasting client relationships.
Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
Self-motivated, capable of working independently and collaboratively.
A full, clean driving licence is essential.
What you can expect:
A competitive base salary plus attractive uncapped commission and bonus scheme available
Future development and career opportunities
Attractive contributory pension scheme with employer contributions up to 6%
High street discounts
33 days holiday including bank holidays
What’s next
Not sure if this is the right role for you? Please feel free to visit the careers page on our website and send us your CV speculatively for a member of the team to review.
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