Business Development Manager

Liquidline; Dublin; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Company Bonus Scheme

Enhanced Sick Pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Liquidline is seeking a Business Development Manager to support its growth in Dublin, Ireland. In this role, you'll be responsible for developing and managing new business opportunities, maintaining existing customer relationships, and executing effective sales strategies.

Your proactive approach in lead generation and contract negotiations will be key to success, with a strong focus on integrity and service. Join our passionate team to make a difference!

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a B2B Business Development position, industry experience is desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to partner effectively with stakeholders.
• Ability to manage and prioritize a heavy workload with strong organizational ability.

Responsibilities

• Proactive development of new business opportunities and management of existing customers.
• Self-generate leads through cold calling, networking, and other means.
• Develop and execute a sales plan that meets or exceeds established sales goals.

Skills

B2B Business Development

Understanding KPI’s

Interpersonal skills

Organizational ability

Job description

Liquidline is the fastest-growing commercial coffee solutions provider in the UK and Ireland—not that we’re bragging! Our customers are companies that take pride in offering quality refreshments to their employees and clients. Our success is built on outstanding customer service, hard work, and a strong team culture. We believe in delivering WOW experiences to both our customers and our valued employees. We are proud to be Great Place to Work® certified, a testament to our dedication to fostering a culture of support, growth and development, as well as promoting well-being, and winning together. With our core company values—passion, thoughtfulness, responsiveness, innovation, and smart working—at the very heart of our business, we are committed to cultivating an environment that inspires excellence.

Liquidline has developed an extremely successful sales team specialising in various sectors across the UK & Ireland. This role of Business Development Manager supports the company’s ongoing growth by developing significant new business within a dedicated geographical area through approved sales initiatives. It involves proactive lead generation, fostering long-term strategic alliances, maintaining and growing a robust sales pipeline, and managing large-scale contract negotiations. The focus is on closing new business with integrity and a service-driven approach.

The Role – Business Development Manager

• Proactive development of new business opportunities and management of the company generated opportunities.
• Management and development of existing customers through their lifecycle.
• Develop long-term strategic alliances that deliver bottom line profit for the business.
• Self-generated leads every week through cold calling, networking and other appropriate means.
• Effectively manage all prospects and existing customers through contract negotiations to deliver targets and maintain margins.
• Develop and execute a sales plan that meets or exceeds established sales goals and supports company targets.
• Keep contractual paperwork, systems and reporting data up-to-date and accurate.
• Liaise and collaborate with Marketing to ensure sufficient leads are being generated to delivery your targets and plan campaigns in advance.

What You Will Need in the Role of Business Development Manager

• Proven experience in a B2B Business Development position, industry experience is desirable.
• Ability to understand and interpret KPI’s
• Understanding and training in sales and business development functions.
• Experience in writing up proposals and implementing strategies from concept to completion.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to partner effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage and prioritise a heavy workload with strong organisational ability.
• Able to find new creative solutions while recognising the impact of decisions and actions on the entire organisation.

What You Will Learn & What Liquidline Can Offer You:

Being a part of Liquidline is more than just a job – it’s a chance to grow, develop and thrive! We are deeply invested in the success of our team and our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support, and reward our employees. The package includes, but is not limited too:

• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays: Extra time off to rest and recharge.
• Long Service Annual Leave Entitlement & Buy/Sell Scheme: More flexibility for your time off needs.
• Candidate Referral Program: Help grow our team and earn rewards
• Company Bonus Scheme: Celebrate success with us.
• Enhanced Sick Pay: Supporting you when you need it most
• Enhanced Parental Leave: Comprehensive support for your family journey
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme: Save for your future with ease.
• HSF Health Plan: Access affordable healthcare.
• YuLife Wellbeing Platform: One stop shop for wellbeing, rewards and support.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Mental health support, virtual GP services and more.
• Lunch on Liquidline & Bi-Annual Conferences: Enjoy lunch on Liquidline, and Bi Annual company conferences.

Liquidline is a fast-growing, family owned business that has expanded from 92 to over 300 employees since 2020. With ambitious plans for the next five years, there’s never been a better time to join us! Our dynamic and innovative environment offers endless opportunities for personal and professional growth.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer, treating everyone with fairness, respect and appreciation. At Liquidline, we embrace diversity and value the unique experiences and perspectives of every individual. Together, we are always Winning Together.