Sales Manager Ireland

Who is DESOTEC?

DESOTEC, founded in 1990, is the  leading provider of mobile filtration solutions in Europe  and is establishing this  l eading market position  in the  United States  since 2023. Thanks to its  unique, flexible, circular service concept  and the extensive expertise built up over many decades, DESOTEC unburdens its industrial customers and helps them to make their operations or products more sustainable. DESOTEC's customer base is constantly growing thanks to a strong focus on 24/7 service and a commitment to design and deliver the best purification solution in close dialogue with the customer.  DESOTEC has about  450 employees worldwide , all committed to helping protect the planet  by driving positive ecological change  across industries. In 2026, DESOTEC earned its second consecutive  EcoVadis Gold  rating for sustainability, placing it among the top 5% of companies assessed worldwide.   Further information is available at www.desotec.com. Follow @desotec on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

Your tasks & responsibilities?

You will take on the challenge of identifying and winning new business opportunities across key industries, aligning technical solutions with our clients' needs.

• New Business Development: As a Sales Hunter, your primary focus will be to generate, create, manage, and develop new business opportunities within our strategic target markets in your assigned region. This may involve participating in international trade fairs several times a year.
• Technical and Commercial Solutions: Provide technical and commercial solution support to (potential) clients, leveraging your expertise and the expertise of our in-house application specialists. You'll tailor solutions to meet their unique needs.
• Frequent Travel: Be prepared for regular travel (~3 days per week) within your assigned region, engaging with prospects and customers. Overnight stays will regularly occur. Occasional travel to our headquarters in Belgium may also be required.
• Opportunity Management: Actively track and manage opportunities through our sales-oriented CRM system (Salesforce). Maintain regular follow-ups with prospects and clients at various levels, including process engineering, plant management, environmental departments and purchasing.
• Quotation Management: In collaboration with our Internal Sales team, prepare and present offers, handling incoming requests promptly and efficiently.

Who are you?

• You’re based in the Republic of Ireland - and you love being on the move.
• You have a proven track record (min. 3 years) of successful sales experience, with a focus on new client acquisition.
• You have a strong technical aptitude to understand and communicate complex solutions effectively. Work experience in biogas, chemicals, water treatment, soil remediation or environmental techniques is an asset.
• You have excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• You are self-motivated, goal-oriented, and have a true "hunter" mentality.
• You are willing to travel frequently, with flexibility for overnight stays.
• You are fluent in English (ideally a native speaker); additional languages are a plus.

What's in it for you?

• A competitive salary  – We guarantee you a competitive base salary, depending on your experience.
• Fringe benefits:  To optimize your salary package, you can count on a car allowance, mileage allowance, a smartphone with a mobile subscription, pension plan and a sales bonus.
• Work-life-balance / hybrid working -  You will work entirely from your comfortable home office . This flexible working arrangement allows you to start your workday in a relaxed manner, avoiding the morning rush, and to enjoy a high level of autonomy. Of course, you’ll be in close touch with your colleagues and manager via Teams, and during our International Sales Meetings in Belgium.
• Time off to schedule freely – At DESOTEC there is no collective closure. You enjoy 26 paid vacation days to schedule flexibly.
• Personal & professional growth  – You will have every opportunity to immerse yourself in your new role, but also to grow personally and professionally through an extensive range of training courses.
• Structured onboarding – We prepare a tailored onboarding plan for every new starter, ensuring a smooth integration into your team, tools, and DESOTEC’s mission from day one.
• Fun and relaxation  – You will regularly be invited to one of the many afterworks and other fun activities. Each team also gets a team building budget – it's up to you how you spend it!