About This Role
This field-based role combines technical expertise with business development for an international manufacturer of professional cleaning and hygiene solutions. The position involves developing customer relationships, supporting chemical dosing equipment, and growing sales across the Republic of Ireland. It suits a technical professional who enjoys hands-on work, problem-solving, and building client relationships.
Responsibilities
- Install, commission, maintain, and troubleshoot chemical dosing and dispensing equipment at customer sites
- Provide technical advice, training, and practical solutions to help customers optimize equipment and hygiene products
- Build strong, lasting relationships with customers, distributors, and end users
- Identify new opportunities, develop prospective accounts, and help convert opportunities into profitable business
- Work with existing customers and distribution partners to increase sales, introduce additional products, and strengthen commercial relationships
- Understand customer requirements and recommend appropriate hygiene chemical products, equipment, and services
- Identify opportunities to expand the product offering into new customer sectors and applications
- Coordinate customer surveys, installations, mobilization, and product rollouts, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
- Respond to service requirements, carry out preventative maintenance, and resolve technical issues professionally
- Contribute towards regional sales, revenue, and profitability targets while maintaining excellent customer service
Requirements
- Strong practical engineering or field-service experience with commercial awareness to develop customer relationships
- Experience working with chemical dosing, dispensing systems, or related equipment
- Background in professional hygiene, janitorial supplies, cleaning chemicals, commercial laundry, or a closely related sector
- Practical experience installing, servicing, maintaining, or troubleshooting equipment
- Strong communication skills and confidence dealing directly with customers
- Interest in the commercial side of the business, whether through existing sales experience, account management, or a desire to move into business development
- Ability to recognize customer needs, recommend solutions, and identify opportunities for additional business
- Proactive, organized approach and the ability to manage your own territory effectively
- Flexible, customer-focused attitude and the ability to work independently
- Full, clean driving licence and willingness to travel extensively across Ireland
Nice to have:
- Previous experience selling hygiene chemicals and developing accounts