You must be legally authorised to work in Ireland. We are not currently able to offer visa sponsorship or assistance. We are the leading foodservice and hospitality provider across the Island of Ireland, and we are looking for a Business Development Director to join our team on a full time, permanent basis.As Business Development Director you will have overall accountability for new business portfolio across Ireland. You will generate new business, drive sales, and increase profitability to meet targets. While working with the Sales, Growth and Operations team to ensure all ‘steps of the scales’ are effectively managed, internally & externally.As Business Development Director, you will work to raise the profile of Compass Ireland within the industry sector through strategic engagement, attendance at events and forums and ensuring Compass Ireland is leading in its service delivery process to meet all guidelines and initiatives.Key Responsibilities:Develop and execute comprehensive business development strategies. Analyse market trends to identify new business and growth opportunities across new and existing clients. Identify and build on key business relationships with potential and existing clients.Lead and manage the steps of the scale from CRM management right through to operational handover. Work with Sales, Growth and Operations team to ensure all ‘steps of the scales’ are effectively managed, internally & externally.Support regional and national bid opportunities.Monitor sales performance metrics and analyse data to refine strategies and improve business retention. Provide regular reports to senior management on business development, opportunities, and market insights. Raise the profile of Compass Ireland within the industry sector through strategic engagement, attendance at events and forums.About You:Proven experience in business development and/or sales within the catering/ hospitality industryStrong analytical skills and keen understanding of market dynamicsExcellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to lead and inspire a wide team.Ability to develop and nurture effective business relationships.Strong project management skills with the ability to lead complex multiservice tender opportunities.Ability to produce high quality proposal and tender documents.Ability to drive several initiatives at any one time.Sound commercial understanding and in turn use this to develop winning and deliverable financial proposals. A full driver license.Willing to travel and commute as necessary. Compass Group reserves the right to enhance the criteria, if necessary, for the purposes of shortlisting.Some of the benefits we offer:As well as a competitive salary, we also have a large range of other benefits, such as:PRSA ContributionsCompany Car or Car allowance 25 annual leave daysFree meals while at work Perks shopping discount Card which can be used across the Island of Ireland to save at various restaurants, high street stores, hotels, day out venues, gyms, golf courses and many more.Flexible working to support work life balance.Additional Leave Purchase scheme to balance home and work life.VHI Healthcare discount Life assurance cover Additional, seasonal and overtime hours available Career Pathways to support career progression and/or skills development. Learning & development programs available for personal and professional development & growthAccess to wellness programs to promote mental health and wellbeing of our colleagues.Employee Assistance Program to guide and support our employees.Exciting internal reward and recognition schemesAnd many more..About Us: At Compass Ireland, our people are our business. When you join the Compass Group you will be joining a supportive network of incredible individuals, each united by their passion for going the extra mile for the organisations we partner with. We are building a team who care about providing a great customer experience and want to grow and develop as we do. We are dedicated to investing in every colleague joining us and pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all our colleagues. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.Please review our Privacy Notice for details on how we maintain protect and why your personal data collected when you apply for a job with Compass Group. We will not retain any CV’s or job applications for longer than necessary.
