Business Development Executive – Hospitality & Food & Beverage SupplyGalway & Surrounding Areas (Confidential)An established Irish supplier to the hospitality and food sector is hiring a Business Development Executive to help develop a new and growing territory across Galway City, County Galway and parts of Clare.The area has good early momentum and a small customer base already in place, but there is a significant opportunity to build and shape the territory over the coming months.This role will suit someone who enjoys creating traction, opening doors, and turning opportunity into long-term business.The OpportunityA developing territory with strong potential rather than a saturated patchExisting accounts and activity already in placeClear scope to grow turnover significantly over the first 6–12 monthsProper handover and support before full ownership transfersDirect reporting line to experienced, approachable leadershipThe RoleTake ownership of a defined geographic territoryGrow existing accounts and actively open new customersIdentify opportunities, gaps, and untapped hospitality operatorsBuild strong relationships with hotels, kitchens, pubs, and food-led businessesBe visible, consistent, and proactive in the local marketThis is a hands-on, field-based role; success comes from being out with customers.Attitude & ValuesThis role will suit someone who values:Taking responsibility and being accountable for resultsA collaborative, team-first way of workingBeing dependable and organisedBuilding long-term relationships rather than chasing quick winsBackgrounds that tend to work wellField sales in retail, FMCG, or hospitalityFood, drink, wholesale, or supply-led environmentsCommercial roles linked to logistics, operations, or serviceDirect foodservice experience is helpful but not essential. Attitude, hunger, and work ethic matter mostPackage€40,000–€45,000 base salaryUncapped commission (OTE €55k–€60k)Company vehicle, fuel, phone, laptop, lunch allowanceA full, clean Irish driving licence is required.Must be living in the Galway / Clare regionWhy This Role AppealsA territory you can genuinely build and influenceVisibility, autonomy, and ownershipStrong operational support behind the scenesA stable, growing business investing in people and regionsJob Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: €45,000.00-€60,000.00 per yearBenefits:Company carFood allowanceFree or subsidised travelApplication question(s):Are you comfortable being field-based most days across Galway and parts of Clare?Are you currently opening new customers in your role, rather than only servicing existing accounts?Have you worked in a role where the territory wasn't fully built, and you had to create momentum yourself?Licence/Certification:Irish Driver Licence (required)Work authorisation:Ireland (required)Work Location: On the road