French and German speaking Export Sales Manager
2 days ago
Banbury
FRENCH SELECTION (FS) French and German speaking Export Sales Manager Location: Banbury Hybrid working available Salary: up to £50,000 per annum plus benefits Ref: 8221FG To apply using our preferred format, please visit French Selection website (see link below), go to the vacancies page, search job reference: 8221FG Website: ___ A well-established British manufacturer specialising in the design and production of industrial equipment. Main duties: To be responsible for sales growth in the allocated markets through a combination of distributor management and direct sales activity. The role: • Maintain relationships with existing distributors and provide training and ongoing support to maximise performance, • Identify and qualify opportunities to expand the distributor network, leading negotiations and building long-term partnerships, • Identify and develop direct sales opportunities in markets not covered by distributors, • Manage project from initial enquiry through to final delivery, • Develop and implement effective sales strategies to penetrate new markets, • Monitor market trends, analyse performance and prepare sales forecasts, • Liaise with distributors and internal departments to ensure smooth business operations, • Regular international travel required (up to 40% of the time) The candidate: • Fluent in French AND German (written and spoken) is essential, • Previous experience in Export Sales or B2B Sales is essential, • Experience managing long sales cycles, • Excellent communication and negotiation skills, • Proactive, confident and dynamic personality with a “can do” attitude, • IT literate and confident with ERP and CRM systems The salary: up to £50,000 per annum plus benefits