My client, Hygeia Garden Care is 85 years in business with an established market position in Ireland and is currently embarking on an ambitious growth strategy. Their own manufacturing of market leading home & garden care products under the brands Mosgo, Hytrol, Greenforce & Gouldings is complemented with agencies from companies such as Sutton’s Seeds, Johnsons Lawn Seed and others. Hygeia Garden Care is experiencing very strong growth and is now recruiting to fill the position in Dublin/North East.

The Role: To facilitate the continuing growth and development of their business they are looking to hire a Business Developer to cover the counties: Dublin and North Leinster. Reporting to the Commercial Director of Garden Care this is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to play a significant role in the commercial development of an established and growing company and in a key territory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintaining established customer accounts with a focus on identifying further business opportunities with existing customers.
• Identify new market opportunities with a program to deliver sales and margin growth as well as new customer development with specific targets for delivery outlined.
• Debtor management and credit control
• Activating marketing campaigns in store
• Developing area business plans with the Commercial Director and execution of these business plans in meeting company objectives
• In store staff training programs
• Supporting in-store customer open days, liaising with customers and providing product advice

The Candidate:

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years relevant experience in B2B sales with a clear record of success. They’re looking for a dynamic and energetic person, with enthusiasm and drive who is focused and keen to learn.

Competencies:

Strong negotiator

Proven track record in business management and customer development

Strong communication and presentation skills

Strong project management skills and ability to work to deadline

Highly organised and disciplined.

Full driving license

This is a permanent role based in Leinster.

The remuneration package on offer will reflect the importance of the role and the experience of the successful candidate. Good benefits and bonus package.

Candidates Must be eligible to work in the EU/Ireland,

If you have any queries don’t hesitate to ring me on 01 6351748 or email david@methodius.com

All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence