Business Development Manager – Indian Tiffins & Food Services
Location: Dublin, IrelandContract: Full-time, PermanentSalary: Annual Remuneration €37,000 + 15% sales incentive (target based)Hours: Monday to Friday; 37.5 hours per week
Role Purpose
The Business Development Manager will be responsible for customer acquisition, partnership development, and product positioning of homestyle authentic Indian Tiffin services across Dublin and nearby counties. The ideal candidate will bring specialised skills, Indian food domain expertise, and business expansion capabilities.
Key Responsibilities: Business Growth & Partnerships
Lead identification and execution of growth strategies for Indian Tiffin services across Irish markets covering both Indian and Irish customers.
Source and manage corporate tie‑ups with companies and community organizations.
Build scalable B2B and B2C pipelines to drive sustainable revenue growth.
Key Responsibilities: Market & Culinary Expertise
Apply in-depth understanding of Indian spices, cooking techniques, and regional taste profiles to product development and localisation.
Guide menu refinement, portioning, spice adjustments, and quality standards aligned with both authentic Indian taste and Indian‑Irish consumer preferences.
Educate internal teams (kitchen, operations, customer service) on flavour consistency and cultural nuances.
Key Responsibilities: Sales & Customer Insight
Drive Indian food sales growth by securing new business accounts, subscription clients, and repeat customers.
Analyse market trends and customer feedback to inform pricing strategy, seasonal offerings, and product innovation.
Maintain strong customer relationships and serve as voice of the customer internally.
Key Responsibilities: Marketing & Digital Strategy
Lead and implement marketing initiatives—both traditional (print, local events, PR) and digital (Instagram, Facebook, SEO, content marketing, ad campaigns).
Build brand visibility in local communities and across social platforms to attract diverse audiences.
Track performance metrics and optimise campaigns for better ROI.
Key Responsibilities: Stakeholder Management
Represent the company externally with vendors, partners, influencers, and community groups.
Collaborate with the executive team to refine business plans and strategy.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
The candidate must have 5+ years’ experience in Indian food, F&B sales or food services business development, with a proven record in selling Indian cuisine and managing corporate partnerships. Strong knowledge of Indian spices, regional cuisines and cooking techniques is essential, along with digital marketing expertise, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt products and strategies to the Irish market covering both Indian and Irish customers.
This vacancy is suitable for Remote/Blended working
Sector: accommodation and food service activities
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Managerial)
Candidate Requirements
Essential
Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 5
Minimum Qualification: Level 7 (incl Diploma & Ordinary Bachelor Degree) OR food catering, business development
Specialising In: indian food and tiffin service
Desirable
Ability Skills: Analytical, Communications, Hospitality, Sales/Marketing
Competency Skills: Management, Networking
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