PORTWEST, a leading global manufacturer of safety wear, workwear and PPE is currently seeking applications for the position of Junior Market Manager in Westport, Ireland on full time basis, reporting to Sr. Market Manager. Founded in 1904, Portwest has become one of the fastest growing workwear companies in the world currently employing over 5,100 staff worldwide. With 1400 styles across more than 20 ranges, we design, manufacture and distribute market leading workwear, safety wear and PPE in fully owned production facilities. We’re on a mission to become the world’s most requested PPE and Safety Wear Brand.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Junior Market Manager will join a dynamic and fast-paced environment and will be part of a team that is responsible for supporting our sales team, improving customer experience and driving growth. You will be flexible to the changing needs of the business & provide cross departmental support as and when required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Identify opportunities to expand and grow sales in their market.
- Work closely with the sales teams in their market to have a full understanding of the market needs.
- Work closely with internal departments to ensure their market and sales teams are receiving the necessary service.
- Understand existing customer relationships and their requirements.
- Help manage and develop key customer relationships.
- Analyse sales and KPI reports and recommend how the sales team can adjust to increase sales.
- Conduct market research and perform analysis including creation of detailed business plan.
- Help with tenders in markets where required.
- Provide support to other commercial departments as and when the business need arises.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Relevant third level qualification within Business/Administration is desirable but not essential.
- 2+ years’ experience in an office-based role required
- Interest in sales and improving the sales process
- Project Management skills and experience
- Strong analytical skills and data-driven thinking
- Advanced communication and interpersonal skills
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COMPANY AWARDS
- Great Place To Work 2024
- Private Irish Business of the year – Export Industry Awards 2025
- Silver Ecovadis Sustainability Rating 2025
Applicants must have a right to live and work in the relevant jurisdiction.
Portwest is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, civil status, veteran status, family status, disability status or membership of a minority group.
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What We Do
Formed in 1904, Portwest is firmly established as a leader in the design and manufacture of high quality Workwear, Footwear and PPE. Excellent quality, very competitive pricing and large stock holding ensures we offer a market leading service to all our customers. With distribution throughout Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Australia and the USA, supported by factories in the Far East our unique collection of safety apparel and PPE protects people all over the world in many diverse industries and situations. Service highlights Our stock levels are at an all-time high and our innovative operations ensure all orders are picked, packed and ready for dispatch accurately and on-time. With over 1500 individual product lines, Portwest are truly a ‘one-stop-shop’ for all safety apparel and PPE requirements. Contact Us For contact details on your nearest Portwest office please visit: https://www.portwest.com/contacts Portwest Headquarters: Portwest House IDA Industrial Park Westport Co Mayo F28 FY88 Ireland Tel: +353 98 26411 Email: [email protected]
