New Business Development - Food Ingredients

Location Kilkenny
Discipline: Other
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £Negotiable depending on experience
Contact name: Shane Storan

Contact email: shane@elkrecruitment.com
Job ref: BH-5237-2
Published: about 8 hours ago
Startdate: 2025-07-10
Role: Business Development Representative – Food Ingredients
Location: On the road – Kilkenny based
Job Type: Permanent - Full time
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

At Elk Recruitment, we are looking for a driven Business Development Representative within the food industry to join our client’s growing team based in Kilkenny. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Business Development Salesperson to make a real impact in an innovative and growing organization.
 
What’s on Offer:
  • Negotiable salary depending on experience
Your new role includes:
  • Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities in the food manufacturing sector.
  • Developing and maintaining strong relationships with procurement, R&D, and technical teams at client companies.
  • Understanding customer needs and providing tailored ingredient solutions.
  • Managing the full sales cycle from lead generation to contract negotiation and closing.
  • Collaborating with internal teams on pricing, logistics, and product specifications.
  • Representing the company at trade shows, industry events, and client meetings.
Experience you need:
  • Proven experience in B2B sales within the food ingredients or food manufacturing industry.
  • Strong technical understanding of food ingredients, specifications, and supply chain logistics.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Self-motivated and results-driven with the ability to work independently on the road.
  • Full clean driving licence and willingness to travel regularly.
 
What’s next:
  • Apply Now to submit your application and we will be in touch asap for our initial screening.
  • If this role isn’t the perfect match but you're interested in similar opportunities, feel free to get in touch.