Job Overview

We are seeking a full-time Business Development Executive based in the North Leinster region to drive sales growth and strengthen FMI’s market presence. This is a proactive, field-based role focused on sales influencing, relationship building, and commercial impact — working closely with retail partners to increase product listings, expand share of space, and grow sales across key categories.

 The ideal candidate will be a confident communicator, skilled at turning product conversations into commercial wins, and capable of delivering measurable sales results while upholding FMI’s professional standards.

Key Benefits

• Lunch allowance
• Fuel card
• Company vehicle 
• Quarterly performance-based bonus

Candidate Requirements

• Location: Must reside in the North Leinster region, ideally in North Dublin, Louth or Meath, with flexibility to travel across the territory.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of sales experience in FMCG, retail, or a similar field, with a proven ability to achieve targets and influence purchasing decisions.
• License: Full, clean driver’s license is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales Influencing and Negotiation:
   Engage with store managers, buyers, and key decision-makers to drive incremental sales, secure product listings, and expand distribution across North Leinster.
• Account Development:
   Build and manage strong customer relationships that deliver sustainable sales growth and long-term loyalty.
• Target Achievement:
   Achieve and exceed regional sales targets and KPIs through effective territory planning, execution, and relationship management.
• Promotional Execution:
   Collaborate with marketing and trade teams to execute product promotions, displays, and events that directly influence sales outcomes.
• Market Expansion:
   Identify new sales opportunities and develop strategies to grow product presence in new and existing channels, including retail, cafés, and gyms.
• Category Advocacy:
   Provide insights on product performance, competitor activity, and customer trends to support commercial decision-making and campaign adjustments.
• Merchandising Support:
   Maintain product visibility and shelf standards to ensure brand representation complements sales initiatives.
• Order Processing and CRM Management:
   Use digital tools to manage orders, log customer interactions, track performance, and maintain accurate CRM records.
• Sales Reporting:
   Produce timely and insightful reports on territory performance, market developments, and opportunities for growth.
• Event Representation:
   Represent FMI and its brands at trade shows, sampling events, and business development activities.