Business Development manager

Location: Ireland (travel to UK required)
Reporting To: Managing Director

Role Purpose

To lead Truwood’s business growth in two strategic areas:

  1. Securing and increasing high-end bespoke residential joinery work in domestic market.

  2. Growing export business in the UK hospitality & high-end residential sectors.

 Role

  • Develop and implement a business development strategy to increase market share and profitability.

  • Coordinate with sales and marketing teams to develop effective go-to market plans and build strategic partnerships to drive company growth.

  • Identify opportunities, build pipelines, and secure contracts in target markets.

  • Establish and nurture long-term relationships with architects, interior designers, developers, and contractors.

  • Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform strategy.

  • Work collaboratively with commercial, marketing, design, and operations teams.

  • Represent Truwood at trade fairs, exhibitions, and networking events in Ireland & the UK.

  • Develop a CPD programme and organise CPD lunches with relevant architects and interior designers.

  • Report to management with KPIs on performance, forecasts, and new opportunities.

 

Criteria

  • Proven experience in business development/marketing within construction, bespoke joinery, interiors, or fit-out sectors.

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

  • Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.

  • Motivated & organised with ability to take initiative and achieve measurable results.

  • Flexible to travel regularly across Ireland and the UK.

  • Established network and knowledge of high-end residential and/or hospitality markets.

 

Experience and Qualifications

  • At least 5 years in a sales or business development role.

  • Relevant background in construction, joinery, or interior design sector.

  • Degree in business, construction management, or similar is advantageous but not essential.

 

Why Join Truwood?

  • Competitive salary with performance bonuses.

  • Work with a leader in specialist joinery fitout.

  • Shape the company’s expansion in exciting new markets.

  • Career growth opportunities and exposure to high-profile projects.