Business Development Executive

About the role

Keelings is seeking a Business Development Executive to join its Flowers team in St Margarets, Co. Dublin. Reporting to the National Sales Manager, you will create new sales opportunities, grow existing accounts and manage customers nationwide within the fast‑moving consumer goods sector.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and execute marketing and sales activities to meet agreed targets, volumes, values and margins.
• Conduct market research, competitor and customer surveys to identify growth areas.
• Cold‑call new and existing customers to increase sales.
• Coordinate transport routes to maximise profitability and efficiency.
• Target sales growth on an agreed store call list and pursue opportunities in stores not currently handling flowers.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by handling queries promptly.
• Advise stores on range, merchandising best practice and ordering patterns to maximise sales and minimise waste.
• Perform any additional tasks as directed by the manager.

Required profile

• Target‑driven with strong financial acumen.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Self‑motivated, honest, hardworking and highly organised.
• Prior industry knowledge and a proven sales background.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel

What we offer

• Competitive salary structure with company van, phone and laptop.
• Staff discount at Keelings Farm Shop and subsidised canteen.
• Free on‑site parking with electric chargers.
• Wellness initiatives such as a wellness week.
• Opportunities for progression to Key Account Manager and head‑office roles.