Location: South Coast (Based in Dublin – initial training in Cork) Region of Responsibility: Leinster Contract Type: Full-Time Salary: Negotiable (Depending on Experience) Reporting To: Commercial Director Department: Sales Travel: Required
What’s on Offer:
Competitive salary with annual performance-based bonus
Career progression and leadership development opportunities
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Company vehicle and fuel card
Company mobile phone
Pension scheme and healthcare options
Death in Service benefit
Bike to Work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Wellbeing initiatives
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Job Overview: An experienced and commercially driven Business Development Manager is required to lead revenue growth initiatives across the Leinster region. This role focuses on identifying new business opportunities, strengthening client relationships, and expanding market presence within the logistics sector. The successful candidate will combine strategic planning with proactive sales execution, working closely with senior leadership to develop tailored solutions that meet evolving market demands.
Key Responsibilities:
Identify, research, and secure new business opportunities within the logistics market
Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients
Develop and implement business development strategies aligned with overall commercial objectives
Collaborate with the Commercial Director and wider team to tailor service offerings to market needs
Prepare and deliver proposals, presentations, and commercial contracts
Monitor industry trends and regulatory developments within the hazardous and non-hazardous logistics sectors
Represent the organisation at industry events and networking forums
Maintain accurate records of sales activity, pipeline progression, and performance metrics
Report regularly on regional growth performance at management meetings
Required Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related discipline, and/or 5+ years’ relevant experience
Proven track record in business development, sales, or account management
Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to build long-term client relationships and influence key decision-makers
Experience managing a sales pipeline and achieving revenue targets
Strong analytical and strategic thinking capability
Excellent written and spoken English
Preferred Experience:
Experience within the Transport & Logistics sector
Experience working in a fast-paced or growth-focused environment
Master’s degree or relevant professional certifications
Key Competencies:
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Leadership capability
Experience setting and managing KPIs, budgets, and cost efficiencies
Self-motivated with the ability to use initiative
Ability to perform effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
For more information please apply through the link provided for the attention of David McCoy or email David at david.mccoy@osborne.ie call Osborne Recruitment on 01 5984334 If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided. Please submit your updated CV in Word Format If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search.
