Business Development Manager

Ireland Food Show; Galway; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned foodservice company is seeking a Business Development Manager to lead development in Galway City and County. The role involves building relationships, developing sales strategies, and managing client accounts. Ideal candidates will have experience in foodservice or hospitality sales. The position offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a range of benefits including a company vehicle and pension scheme.

Benefits

Performance-Based Bonus

Company Vehicle

Phone & Laptop

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven success in foodservice, wholesale, or hospitality sales.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good understanding of the Galway hospitality and foodservice market.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement local sales strategy for Galway City & County.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Entrepreneurial approach

Commercially minded

Job description

Business Development Manager – Galway City & County

Location: Galway City & County

Reports to: Sales Manager

Package: Competitive Salary + Performance Bonus + Company Vehicle + Phone + Laptop + Pension

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About Richardson’s Foodservice

Richardson’s Foodservice is a family-owned Irish company, proudly serving the hospitality, education, and healthcare sectors since 1972. Supplying fresh produce, dairy, meat, pantry staples, and non-food products, Richardson’s is recognised as one of Ireland’s most trusted foodservice suppliers.

With a deep-rooted commitment to quality, integrity, and personal service, the company continues to grow nationwide — and is now expanding across Galway City and County.

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The Opportunity

We are seeking an ambitious, relationship-driven Business Development Manager to join our growing team and lead business development across Galway City and County.

This is a hands‑on, field‑based role focused on developing new accounts while managing and growing existing customer relationships. You’ll represent one of Ireland’s most respected foodservice brands — supported by a family‑run company with strong national resources.

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Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a local sales strategy for Galway City & County
• Identify and secure new business opportunities across key foodservice sectors
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to maximise account growth
• Deliver exceptional customer service and product knowledge across all categories
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth order fulfilment and customer satisfaction
• Provide feedback on market trends, competitor activity, and local opportunities
• Represent Richardson’s professionally at local trade shows, food events, and customer visits

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About You

You are commercially minded, self‑motivated, and thrive on building lasting partnerships in the foodservice industry. You understand the value of great products, great service, and strong relationships.

Ideal Background:

• Proven success in foodservice, wholesale, or hospitality sales
• OR a hospitality professional (chef, restaurant or hotel manager) eager to transition into sales
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Entrepreneurial approach with the ability to work independently
• Good understanding of the Galway hospitality and foodservice market
• Full, clean driving licence

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What’s on Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Performance‑Based BonusCompany Vehicle
• Phone & Laptop
• Pension Scheme
• Support from a respected, family‑owned Irish foodservice company with national reach

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How to Apply

📧 Apply in confidence to: [e-mail]

📞 Or contact Ken on 087 196 0093

Recruitment managed in partnership with Ireland Food Show.