Sales Development Manager

Sales Development Manager – Consumer DomesticMeath & Louth Region  Shape Growth for Some of Ireland's Most Trusted Food BrandsAt Tirlán, we're passionate about bringing high-quality dairy and nutrition products to consumers in Ireland and around the world.

As one of Ireland's leading food and nutrition businesses, our farmer-owned co-operative combines global reach with local expertise, delivering household brands including Avonmore, Kilmeaden, Truly Grass Fed and GAIN Animal Nutrition.

With over €3 billion in annual revenue, 2,000 employees, and operations spanning Ireland, the US, MEA and China, we're continuing to invest in our people, brands and future growth.

We're now seeking an ambitious and commercially focused Sales Development Manager to join our Consumer Domestic team and drive sales growth across the Meath and Louth region.

The Opportunity

This is a highly visible field-based role where you'll take ownership of driving sales, distribution and market growth across retail and doorstep channels. You'll build and strengthen relationships with distributors, milk agents and retail partners, ensuring our brands remain the preferred choice for customers and consumers alike.

As a key member of the regional sales team, you'll have the opportunity to influence commercial performance, identify growth opportunities, and play an important role in bringing innovative products to market.

What You'll Be Doing

Develop and grow strong partnerships with milk agents, distributors and retail customers. Identify and secure new business opportunities to drive volume and market share growth. Expand distribution across dairy drinks, family milk and broader consumer product categories. Manage route-to-market activities to ensure products are available where and when customers need them.

Execute promotional campaigns, merchandising initiatives and new product launches to maximise sales performance. Analyse sales trends, market data and customer insights to identify opportunities and improve results. Manage budgets effectively while delivering against volume, value and margin targets.

Collaborate with colleagues across, Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Credit Control, MyMilkMan and Customer Service to deliver business objectives. Support and influence third-party teams to ensure excellent execution in market.

What We're Looking For

• We're looking for a commercially minded sales professional who thrives on building relationships, identifying opportunities and delivering results.
• You will bring: Experience in a field sales, account management or sales leadership role.
• A strong track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to identify growth opportunities.
• Experience influencing customers and negotiating effectively.
• A proactive, resilient and solution-focused approach.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to drive decisions.
• The ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and functions.
• A full, clean driving licence.
• What Success Looks Like
• In this role, you'll be measured by your ability to: Deliver annual sales volume, value and profitability targets.
• Grow market share across dairy drinks and family milk categories.
• Expand distribution and develop new sales opportunities.
• Strengthen customer and distributor relationships.
• Successfully execute promotional activity and new product launches.
• Drive sustainable growth across your territory.
• Why Join Tirlán?
• At Tirlán, you'll be joining a business with a proud heritage, strong values and ambitious plans for the future.
• We are committed to developing our people and creating opportunities for growth and progression.
• We offer: Competitive salary and benefits package Company car Mobile phone and laptop Career development and progression opportunities Access to industry-leading brands and customers A collaborative and supportive culture The opportunity to make a genuine impact in a growing global organisation
• Our Commitment to Inclusion
• At Tirlán, we believe that diverse perspectives make us stronger.
• We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed.
• We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
• About TirlánTirlán is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, combining expertise in research and development, consumer insights, food safety and advanced manufacturing to deliver innovative products to customers across global markets.
• We are proud to be a Values-Based Organisation, guided by a shared commitment to excellence, sustainability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Ready to grow your career with Tirlán? We'd love to hear from you.
• Visit www.tirlan.com/careers to learn more and apply.
• Profile description:
• This is a highly visible field-based role where you'll take ownership of driving sales, distribution and market growth across retail and doorstep channels.
• You'll build and strengthen relationships with distributors, milk agents and retail partners, ensuring our brands remain the preferred choice for customers and consumers alike.
• As a key member of the regional sales team, you'll have the opportunity to influence commercial performance, identify growth opportunities, and play an important role in bringing innovative products to market.