Dawn International is a significant Trading/Brokerage company operating in the primary and secondary protein sector and based out of Waterford, Ireland. It trades internationally, primarily in pork, beef, lamb, poultry and fish products – to the Processing and Food Service sectors. The Company is seeking to fill the role of Business Sales Executive.
Responsibilities:
Reporting primarily to the Business Manager. Tasks are as follows but not limited to:
- The core nature of the role involves the buying and selling of meats, foodstuffs, and other commodities as deemed commercially appropriate by management on an ongoing basis.
- Business Sales Executives provide advice to existing and potential customers and receive orders for specialist products or services that require technical knowledge.
- Establishing and maintaining direct communication with both suppliers and clients, primarily via telephone and email.
- Handling the administrative tasks associated with trades.
- Providing clients with quotations, delivery schedules, payment terms, and coordinating logistics as required.
- Traveling to client premises and attending trade shows as required.
- Responsibilities will be varied and will demand a high level of initiative and accountability.
- Keeping up to date with industry developments and product innovations and suggesting possible improvements to products or services.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Qualifications in Food science/Food Technology/Business development/Marketing or related principles are advantageous but not a necessity.
- A working knowledge of BRC standards, HACCP, and Food Legislation is advantageous but not critical.
- Previous work experience/placement in a food production environment is desirable.
- Previous work experience/placement in a sales or trading environment is also desirable.
- Fluency in Vietnamese (spoken and written) is required.
Location: Block A, Confederation House, Waterford Business Park, Cork Road, Waterford. Co Waterford, X91 E9TV
Hours of work: 39
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €34,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 27/08/2025