Business Development Executive

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Responsibilities: •Identify and pursue new business opportunities to drive revenue growth and expand market share. •Contribute to the development and implementation of the company's business development, sales and commercial account strategies, and help set commercial targets and account development plans in line with growth objectives. •Manage and grow key supplier and customer accounts, maintaining service delivery, retention and revenue growth. •Develop long-term relationships with suppliers, customers, distributors, and partners. •Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify customer trends, pricing, demand, and opportunities, ensuring products remain competitive in the retail and FMCG sectors •Prepare proposals, quotations, presentations and commercial pitches for prospective customers, suppliers and business partners. •Monitor and analyze sales performance, prepare sales forecasts and account performance reports, and provide commercial recommendations to senior management to inform strategic planning. •Prepare and contribute to quarterly and annual business development and commercial action plans. •Review product and category performance with management and advise on ranges or categories to be introduced, expanded, repositioned or discontinued. •Accurately record and manage accounts, leads, negotiations and business development activity within the company's CRM and reporting systems to ensure data integrity and actionable insights. •Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions and networking events, strengthening brand presence and building partnerships. About You: •A relevant degree or professional qualification in business, sales, marketing, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. •At least 1 year of relevant experience in business development, sales or account management, ideally within the retail, wholesale or FMCG sector. •Proven experience in managing customer or supplier accounts, developing sales activity and identifying new business opportunities. •Demonstrated ability to meet sales targets, negotiate agreements and contribute to revenue growth. •Good understanding of sales, product categories, pricing, promotions and supply-chain operations. •Strong market research and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret sales figures, customer data and competitor information. •Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal and negotiation skills. •Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and CRM or sales reporting systems. •Strong commercial judgement, problem-solving and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities and to work on own initiative. Working Hours: 39 Hours Per week. Annual Salary: 36,700.00 Company: Barry Collins (Supermarket) Limited t/a Barry Collins Supervalu. Job Location: Main Street, Co. Cork.,Carrigaline,Cork,P43 A096. Start date: 28/09/2026.