- Posted 24 March 2026
- LocationDublin
- Job type Permanent
- Reference2244
Business Development Manager Recruitment
Job description
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive the growth of our manufacturing & industrial temporary staffing division across the Leinster region.
This is a highly commercial, new territory role, where you will take full ownership of developing a client base within manufacturing, warehousing, logistics and industrial operations.
You will focus on high-volume temporary staffing solutions, supporting clients with flexible workforce needs, peak demand, and ongoing operational requirements.
With strong internal delivery support already in place, this role offers a clear pathway to build, scale and shape the regional offering, with future leadership and office growth potential.
The Role
- Developing new business across manufacturing, industrial, warehousing and logistics clients
- Selling temporary and contract staffing solutions (high-volume workforce supply)
- Building long-term partnerships with production managers, plant managers, HR and operations teams
- Identifying workforce needs including shift cover, seasonal demand and volume hiring
- Managing and converting a strong pipeline of new opportunities
- Meeting and exceeding revenue, margin and growth targets
- Collaborating closely with delivery teams to ensure efficient fulfilment and retention of temporary staff
- Managing all activity, pipeline and performance through CRM systems
The Candidate
- Proven experience in business development, sales or account management
- Background in recruitment, agency staffing or labour hire (temporary staffing preferred)
- Experience within manufacturing, industrial or logistics sectors is highly desirable
- Strong understanding of high-volume staffing models and client workforce challenges
- Commercially driven, self-motivated and comfortable building a new territory
- Strong relationship builder with excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Full clean driving licence
Package & Benefits
This is a high-reward role designed for strong performers:
- Strong base salary (DOE)
- Market-leading commission structure with excellent earning potential
- Performance-based bonus incentives
- Fully expensed company car
- Laptop & mobile phone
- Contributory pension
- Hybrid / field-based working flexibility
