Job Description
Job Title: Head of Contract Sales
We are hiring for our client, a dynamic and well-established brand within the manufacturing and distribution sector, seeking a strategic and commercially minded Head of Contract Sales to oversee and drive contract growth across the island of Ireland. This is a high-impact leadership position, suited to an experienced sales professional with a strong background in contract/key account management and a proven track record of building long-term commercial relationships within the construction, design, or interiors sector.
The successful Head of Contract Sales will be responsible for developing a nationwide client portfolio, managing high-value key accounts, and identifying new contract business opportunities. This position reports directly to the Sales Director (Ireland) and requires frequent travel across Ireland (both North & South), with some overnight stays.
Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:
- Ireland-wide contract sales leadership role – covering the full island (NI & ROI)
- Drive commercial strategy & key account growth within a growing, design-led business
- Attractive salary + package with autonomy and real opportunity to shape long-term business partnerships
The Role:
• Own and grow a portfolio of high-value key accounts
• Identify and secure new contract opportunities through strategic planning
• Foster long-term partnerships with contractors, developers, architects, and specification bodies
• Work cross-functionally with commercial, operations and supply teams to ensure service excellence
• Present sales strategies, product training and performance updates to senior management
• Leverage data insights to maximise commercial potential and product penetration
• Travel regularly across Ireland to build and maintain client relationships
• Represent the brand at industry events and trade shows
The Person:
• Proven experience in contract sales or key account management, ideally in construction, interiors, or related industries
• Commercially astute with strong negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Able to think strategically, execute tactically, and communicate effectively at all levels
• Self-motivated with strong leadership qualities and results-driven mindset
• Willingness to travel across Ireland with occasional overnight stays
The Reward:
• Attractive base salary + bonus + benefits package
• Opportunity to join a growth-focused business with strong brand presence
• High level of autonomy in a visible and impactful role
• Work closely with senior leadership in shaping national strategy
• Excellent progression and development potential
For further information, and to apply for this Head of Contract Sales position, please contact Ryan McMahon. Visit our website for a full list of Sales & Marketing opportunities.