Business Development Manager

GemPool Recruitment; Leinster; On-site; EUR 83,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

GemPool Recruitment seeks a mid-senior Business Development Manager to lead commercial expansion and pipeline execution across key European data centre markets on a six-month contract. You will own the full sales lifecycle from lead generation to contract closure, coordinating with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain and Technical Specialists.

The role requires 5+ years in BD or solution sales to multinational clients, data centre/industrial background, strong negotiation and presentation

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Business Development or solution sales selling technical products to multinational clients.
• Background in Data Centres, industrial manufacturing, or related critical infrastructure sectors.
• Deep understanding of complex technical solution selling, price negotiation, and contract structuring.
• Exceptional communication skills with experience presenting to engineers, contractors, and executives.
• Proficiency in MS Office and CRM platforms; full clean driving license; willingness to travel Europe.

Responsibilities

• Own and execute a territory strategy across Ireland, the UK, Germany, and Scandinavia to hit revenue targets.
• Develop direct relationships with Data Centre Operators, M&E Contractors, Designers, Architects, and OEM Equipment Manufacturers.
• Deliver targeted presentations, represent the company at key European industry trade shows, and leverage trade networks.
• Maintain CRM pipeline tracking, strategic updates, and commercial forecasting for leadership.
• Collaborate with R&D teams to inform product innovation.

Skills

Business Development

Solution Sales

Data Centres

Commercial Acumen

Technical Acumen

Presentation

Relationship Building

MS Office

CRM platforms

Driving Licence

Travel Across Europe

Tools

MS Office

CRM platforms

Job description

Location: Ireland / UK / Europe (National & European Travel)

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level

Employment Type: Full-time

Role Type: Contract (6 months initially)

My client is seeking an ambitious, results-driven Business Development Manager to lead commercial expansion and pipeline execution across key European data centre markets. This role will be on a contract basis for six months initially, with the opportunity to extend.

In this role, you will manage the complete sales lifecycle from initial lead generation to high-value contract closure. Working alongside a cross-functional team—including Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Technical Specialists—you will drive the full sales cycle from lead generation through to closing.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and execute a territory strategy across Ireland, the UK, Germany, and Scandinavia to hit revenue targets.
• Develop direct relationships with Data Centre Operators, M&E Contractors, Designers, Architects, and OEM Equipment Manufacturers.
• Deliver targeted presentations, represent the company at key European industry trade shows, and leverage regional trade enterprise networks.
• Maintain accurate CRM pipeline tracking, strategic updates, and commercial forecasting for executive leadership.
• Work directly with internal R&D teams to inform product innovation.

What My Client Is Looking For

• 5+ Years Experience: Proven success in a Business Development or Solution Sales role selling technical products into multinational clients.
• Sector Expertise: Background in Data Centres, industrial manufacturing, or related critical infrastructure sectors.
• Commercial & Technical Acumen: Deep understanding of complex technical solution selling, price negotiation, and contract structuring.
• Strong Presenter & Relationship Builder: Exceptional communication skills with experience delivering technical presentations to engineers, contractors, and executive decision-makers.
• Tools & Travel: Proficient in MS Office and CRM platforms. Full clean driving license and willingness to travel across Europe.

Whats On Offer

• Attractive daily rate
• Direct autonomy over international territory strategy, client quotation approval, and travel planning.
• Ability to directly impact the company revenue and growth