Reporting To: Managing Director
Role Purpose
To lead business growth in two strategic areas:
- Securing and increasing high-end bespoke residential joinery work in domestic market.
- Growing export business in the UK hospitality & high-end residential sectors.
- Develop and implement a business development strategy to increase market share and profitability.
- Coordinate with sales and marketing teams to develop effective go-to market plans and build strategic partnerships to drive company growth.
- Identify opportunities, build pipelines, and secure contracts in target markets.
- Establish and nurture long-term relationships with architects, interior designers, developers, and contractors.
- Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform strategy.
- Work collaboratively with commercial, marketing, design, and operations teams.
- Represent the company at trade fairs, exhibitions, and networking events in Ireland & the UK.
- Develop a CPD programme and organise CPD lunches with relevant architects and interior designers.
- Report to management with KPIs on performance, forecasts, and new opportunities.
Criteria
- Proven experience in business development/marketing within construction, bespoke joinery, interiors, or fit-out sectors.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
- Motivated & organised with ability to take initiative and achieve measurable results.
- Flexible to travel regularly across Ireland and the UK.
- Established network and knowledge of high-end residential and/or hospitality markets.
Experience and Qualifications
- At least 5 years in a sales or business development role.
- Relevant background in construction, joinery, or interior design sector.
- Degree in business, construction management, or similar is advantageous but not essential.
Why Join?
- Competitive salary with performance bonuses.
- Work with a leader in specialist joinery fitout.
- Shape the company’s expansion in exciting new markets.
- Career growth opportunities and exposure to high-profile projects.