Sales Liaison Manager

Kinisla Group; Rathmore; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Health Care allowance

Matched pension scheme

Benefits platform offering discounts

Job summary

Kinisla is seeking a Sales Liaison Manager to drive sales for the designated area in Ireland, building strong relationships with existing customers and working closely with Branch Managers. The role requires proven success in agricultural sales, data analysis, and effective communication to meet targets and reporting requirements.

You will collaborate with Area Managers to maximize sales opportunities, manage debtor targets, and contribute to a dynamic, community-focused dairy and nutrition

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Agricultural sales
• Comfortable with analysis of data and reporting
• Computer literacy is essential
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Demonstrated Sales Skills
• Excellent Organisation Skills

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales targets for the designated area.
• Achieve debtor targets.
• Maintain relationships with current customers.
• Build relationships with new customers.
• Liaise Daily with Area Manager.
• Work with Branch Managers to ensure all sales opportunities are being targeted.
• Complete all reporting requirements for their area.

Skills

Agricultural sales

Data analysis

Reporting

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Sales skills

Organisation skills

Education

3rd Level technical qualification in a related discipline

Job description

About the Role

Due to an internal promotion, we are currently looking for a Sales Liaison Manager who will build relationships with all customers and work closely with his/her Branch Managers in each area.

What will I be doing?

• Achieve sales targets for the designated area.
• Achieve debtor targets.
• Maintain relationships with current customers.
• Build relationships with new customers.
• Liaise Daily with Area Manger.
• Work with Branch Managers to ensure all sales opportunities are being targeted.
• Complete all reporting requirements for their area.

What do I need to be successful?

At Kinisla, we understand that people have very different career trajectories and experiences. In order to be successful in this role we would be looking for the right competencies and aptitudes as well as your proven track record of success in a similar role and environment.

These include:

• Previous experience in Agricultural sales
• 3rd Level technical qualification in a related discipline is desirable
• Comfortable with analysis of data and reporting
• Computer literacy is essential
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Demonstrated Sales Skills
• Excellent Organisation Skills

What will I get in return?

At Kinisla, we believe in giving talented, curious people the opportunity to make a difference. We work as a team, searching for the best ways to inspire food and nourish life. We are a community of innovators, working across disciplines to solve global food challenges with a fresh approach. We want you to achieve whatever you put your mind to.

We also offer:

• 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
• Health Care allowance
• Matched pension scheme
• Benefits platform offering discounts and cashback on major retailers.

About Kinisla

Kinisla is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a very substantial consumer foods presence and a leading nutritional and dairy ingredients division, delivering high-quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. From partnering with local family farms to producing world-class dairy products, we ensure every step of our value chain reflects our commitment to excellence.

With over 50 years’ experience in milk processing, dairy and nutritional technology advancement, and product innovation, we are a key stakeholder in the global food industry and creators of a strong portfolio of market leading dairy brands including Cheestrings, Charleville and Coleraine Cheese, Dairygold, Golden Cow and our new SMUG range. Our from food, for food culture and deep-rooted connection to our 2,800 milk suppliers differentiates our business and offers captivating opportunities for our customers and consumers.

Our dairy comes from some of the world’s richest grazing land and is produced by a network of Irish family farms that have one of the lowest carbon footprints in the world. Through a combination of expertise, innovation, and sustainability, Kinisla is proud to shape the future of dairy while meeting the diverse needs of our farmers, customers, and communities.

Headquartered in Tralee, Co. Kerry, we operate multiple manufacturing facilities in the southwest of Ireland, including Listowel, Charleville, Newmarket, and Farranfore. Additionally, we manage 29 Farm & Home stores throughout the region, ensuring comprehensive coverage and service. In Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom, our presence extends to key locations in Portadown, Coleraine, and Ossett.

Globally, Kinisla employs over 1,700 dedicated professionals across Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK, USA, Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and China. In 2024, we achieved a turnover of approximately €1.3 billion, reflecting our commitment to excellence and growth.

At Kinisla, we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit. We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kinisla and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status or any other protected characteristic.

Please note: We do not accept CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies where Kinisla terms of business have not been signed. Additionally, we will not consider or agree to payment of any recruiter fee under these circumstances. This also applies to CVs or candidate profiles sent directly to any Kinisla Hiring Managers.