General Manager & Head of Sales | 1374532

Red D, incorporated; Munster; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Company pension

Permanent, full-time position

Senior leadership responsibility

Significant commercial influence

Job summary

Red D Recruitment is seeking an experienced General Manager & Head of Sales for a senior leadership role in Co. Tipperary, Ireland. The position combines P&L ownership with hands-on sales leadership to drive revenue, profitability and market share within the Irish agricultural sector.

You will lead a growing team, build strategic relationships with customers and industry partners, and shape the future growth of the business. Travel will be required; EU work authorization is assumed.

Qualifications

• Experience leading sales and operations for a business, with a strong track record in revenue growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall commercial and operational performance of the business.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to drive revenue, market share and profitability.
• Manage and develop the sales team, setting targets and supporting performance.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, industry partners and key stakeholders.
• Identify new business opportunities across existing and potential markets.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency, quality and strong customer service.
• Take responsibility for budgets, forecasting, financial performance and cost management.
• Lead, motivate and develop teams across the business.
• Monitor market developments, competitor activity and emerging opportunities.
• Travel as required to meet customers and support commercial activities.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders to establish business priorities and deliver long-term growth.

Skills

Sales leadership

General management

Budget management

People management

Relationship building

Strategic planning

Travel willingness

Job description

General Manager & Head of Sales | Co. Tipperary

Salary: Up to €100,000 Depending on Experience | Company Vehicle | Pension | Some Travel Required

Red D are recruiting an experienced General Manager & Head of Sales for an established business operating within the Irish agricultural sector, based in Co. Tipperary.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven General Manager with strong agricultural industry knowledge to take responsibility for the overall leadership, sales performance and continued growth of the business.

We are looking for someone who understands the Irish agricultural market, has strong commercial instincts and enjoys building relationships with customers while leading and developing a successful team.

The General Manager & Head of Sales will have responsibility for both the commercial and operational performance of the business, with a particular focus on sales growth, profitability, customer relationships and business development.

This is a senior leadership appointment offering considerable responsibility, autonomy and the opportunity to influence the future direction of the business.

The position will involve travel as part of the commercial and leadership responsibilities.

The Role

As General Manager & Head of Sales, your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the overall commercial and operational performance of the business
• Developing and implementing sales strategies to drive revenue, market share and profitability
• Managing and developing the sales team, setting clear targets and supporting individual and team performance
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, industry partners and key stakeholders
• Identifying new business opportunities across existing and potential markets
• Overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency, quality and strong customer service
• Taking responsibility for budgets, forecasting, financial performance and cost management
• Leading, motivating and developing teams across the business
• Monitoring market developments, competitor activity and emerging commercial opportunities
• Travelling as required to meet customers, develop business relationships and support commercial activities
• Working closely with senior stakeholders to establish business priorities and deliver long-term growth

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for an experienced commercial leader who combines strong sales and business management experience with a good understanding of the Irish agricultural industry.

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Strong knowledge of the Irish agricultural sector and its commercial environment
• Proven experience in a senior management, General Manager, Head of Sales or Commercial Manager position
• A successful track record in sales leadership, business development and revenue growth
• Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets, margins and profitability
• Strong people management skills and experience leading and developing teams
• The ability to build lasting relationships with customers and industry stakeholders
• A practical, hands-on approach to business management
• Strong communication, negotiation and decision-making skills
• The confidence to take ownership of business performance and deliver results
• Flexibility and willingness to travel as required by the business

Experience within agricultural sales, agribusiness or a related agricultural business would be particularly relevant.

Salary & Benefits

Salary €80,000 to €100,000 depending on experience

• Company vehicle
• Company pension
• Permanent, full-time position
• Senior leadership responsibility with significant commercial influence
• Opportunity to contribute to the continued growth and development of the business

Location: Co. Tipperary

Travel: Travel will be required as part of the role.

We can only consider candidates with full, unrestricted permission to live and work in the EU.

UK passport holders are also welcome to apply.

Equal Opportunities

Red D Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from people of all genders, backgrounds and identities. Selection is based on merit, skills and experience.