Business Development Manager – Ireland & EU

Location: Home-based (nationwide travel) 

Type: Permanent, full-time

About the opportunity
CREGG is partnering with a long-established engineering manufacturer that designs and produces precision metal components and sub-assemblies for leading brands across medical devices, high-tech, aerospace, defence and industrial sectors. With full in-house capabilities (tool & die, micro-precision metal stamping, laser welding, machining, assembly and metrology), quality and innovation are at the core of the operation.

The role
This is a key growth hire for the Irish market. You’ll drive new business while expanding existing accounts, working closely with technical teams to deliver a best-in-class service from first contact through to production.

Key responsibilities

• Develop new business with manufacturers and tier-one suppliers across Ireland.

• Manage and grow existing accounts via regular meetings and account reviews.

• Lead quotation/costing and prepare detailed commercial proposals.

• Build strong relationships with engineering, quality and procurement contacts.

• Track opportunities, maintain CRM accuracy and provide reliable forecasts.

• Monitor market activity, competitor moves and sector trends.

• Represent the business at customer visits and industry events (Ireland & Europe).

• Liaise with internal engineering, tooling and operations to ensure smooth delivery.

What you’ll bring

• 5+ years’ success in technical/manufacturing sales—ideally precision engineering, metal stamping/forming or machining.

• Confidence discussing engineering drawings, tolerances and materials.

• Advantage: existing links in Irish med-tech, aerospace or high-tech supply chains.

• Proven new-business development and long-term account management.

• Strong commercial and negotiation skills; professional, hands-on approach.

• Excellent communication, organisation and the ability to work independently.

• Degree in engineering, manufacturing or business (or equivalent experience).

• Full clean driver’s licence; flexibility to travel nationwide and occasionally abroad.

• Full right to work in Ireland.