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–€60,000 plus 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.
What's Next
Apply now by clicking the “Apply Now” button or call me, Kerry Legh at Sigmar Recruitment on 091 455 302
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