Business Development Consultant

Business Development Consultant

Newbridge

Regular

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us! 

YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE

We are looking for a Business Development Consultant in Athgarvan Road, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, Newbridge W12W951 IRL. Your mission will be to:

As part of our continued expansion in Ireland, we are launching our Expert Partner (EP) division, providing ‘Beyond Testing’ consultancy services to support clients in optimising their food safety, quality, and sustainability programs. 

We are now seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Developer to establish and grow this new division, initially focused on delivering specialised consultancy services beyond testing and leading the expansion to a full-scale Mérieux NutriSciences (MxNS) Expert Partners program. Reporting to the Commercial Manager, this is an exciting new role within Mérieux NutriSciences (MxNS), designed to establish and develop our consultancy-driven Expert Partners services. You will be responsible for: 

• Launching and expanding our consultancy offering in line with and to create value for our core business streams.
• Engaging with new and existing clients to identify opportunities where MxNS consultancy services can add value.
• Driving commercial growth by developing and implementing business development strategies tailored to the Irish market.
• Establishing the foundation for the future rollout of the full MxNS Expert Partners program.

Key Responsibilities:

Establishing MxNS Expert Partners Consultancy Services

Your role will focus on delivering and expanding consultancy services that complement and add value to our core testing offerings. These services include, but are not limited to: 

• Training Services – Designing and delivering tailored food safety and regulatory training programs.
• Environmental Swab Programs – Supporting clients in risk assessment, compliance, and effective implementation of environmental monitoring plans.
• Results Interpretation – Providing expert insights and trend analysis to help clients take proactive action on testing results.
• Crisis Management – Advising and guiding clients through incidents related to food safety, regulatory breaches, or recalls.

Scaling the Full MxNS Expert Partners Program

It is expected that the role will evolve to:

• Develop and implement a strategic plan for launching the full MxNS Expert Partners program in Ireland.
• Build and lead partnerships with key stakeholders, technical consultants, and industry experts to expand service offerings.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (sales, operations, and technical teams) to integrate the Expert Partner program into MxNS’s wider service portfolio.
• Ensure the program is positioned as a premium advisory service, offering high-value solutions to clients seeking expertise beyond traditional laboratory testing.

YOUR PROFILE

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Business Development or Sales within food safety, consultancy, auditing, or compliance services.
• Proven ability to develop and execute business growth strategies.
• Strong relationship management and consultative sales skills.
• Excellent presentation, negotiation, and communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical mindset with experience in interpreting data and advising clients on regulatory and compliance issues.
• IT proficiency, including experience with CRM tools, Microsoft Office, and KPI reporting.
• Ability to work autonomously while driving results within a growing division.

Desirable:

• Experience in developing training programs or consultancy services.
• Familiarity with food safety audits, environmental monitoring programs, or crisis management.
• Understanding of tender processes and contract negotiation.

WHY JOIN US? 

• Because you would contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
• Because you would have an impact on our strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.
• Because you would be part of a community of an enthusiastic and skilled group of people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than them.
• Because you would be welcome as you are, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences.
• Because you would grow in an international group of more than 8200 fantastic team members, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.

Ready for the journey? 

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