Field Based Sales / Business Development Manager – Dairy Farming Sector
Territory: Republic of Ireland & Northern Ireland
Industry: Dairy Hygiene & Farm Washing Solutions
About us
At Diversey - A Solenis Company, we are the pioneer, the facilitator of our clients in a wide range of industries around the globe. We do this with our revolutionary cleaning and hygiene technologies - such as floor care machines, cleaning tools & utensils, and chemicals for Food & Beverage industry.
Are you passionate about agriculture and driven by sales and building long-term relationships that make a real difference on farms across Ireland?
We’re looking for ambitious Sales / Business Development Manager to join our growing team, helping dairy farmers achieve cleaner, more efficient, and more productive operations.
You’ll be responsible for developing and managing key customer relationships across both ROI and Northern Ireland, spending your time supporting customers and growing opportunities across both markets.
About the Role
You'll take the lead in developing and expanding sales opportunities across Ireland, working closely with both existing and prospective dairy farming customers.
Your focus will be on promoting and selling our market-leading dairy hygiene, cleaning, and washing solutions, helping farmers maintain the highest standards of milk quality, herd health, and equipment care.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded sales professional who combines agricultural knowledge with a passion for building long-term customer relationships and delivering value to farming businesses.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop strong, trusted relationships with dairy farmers and agri-businesses across both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. You'll achieve this with regular engagement and site visits.
- Grow sales within an existing customer base while identifying and securing new business opportunities throughout the territory.
- Deliver product demonstrations and provide expert advice on dairy hygiene and washing solutions tailored to individual customer needs.
- Lead sales discussions and contract negotiations to establish and develop long-term partnerships.
- Work closely with internal teams to ensure exceptional customer service and product delivery.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities for growth and business development.
About You
- Proven success in sales, business development, or account management, ideally within the agricultural, dairy, or farming supply sector.
- A genuine passion for the dairy and farming industry.
- Qualification in Agriculture, Agri-Business, or a related discipline would be advantageous.
- May suit a part-time farmer looking to combine practical farming experience with a commercial role.
- Excellent relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Self-motivated, results-driven, and comfortable managing a large territory independently.
- Full, clean driving license essential.
If you’re ready to combine your agricultural expertise with commercial drive, and you thrive on growing business through genuine partnerships, we’d love to hear from you.
We understand that not every candidate will possess every desired qualification listed above. If your experience varies from our outlined requirements, yet you believe you can bring value to the role, we encourage you to apply and share your unique perspective with us.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.
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Skills Required
- Proven success in sales, business development, or account management
- Experience in the agricultural, dairy, or farming supply sector
- Passion for the dairy and farming industry
- Qualification in Agriculture, Agri-Business, or a related discipline
- Excellent relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage a large territory independently
- Full, clean driving license
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage includes medical, dental and vision options, and a 90/10 plan is available in at least one location. Wellness tools and plan variety indicate competitive medical support.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with employer match and tenure-linked contributions, alongside company-funded pension elements in some regions. These components suggest meaningful long-term savings support.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing initiatives span physical, emotional, social and financial health via a global EAP and a wellness platform with activity-based rewards. Site-specific amenities such as gyms, recreation and creche services further reinforce lifestyle support.
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What We Do
Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree, recognized four years in a row. For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media
