Our client is a fast-growing export wholesale distributor of British food and drink brands to international markets. They supply a portfolio of over 15,000 products to international retailers, importers, and distributors. They have built an extensive product range from iconic British brands to upcoming brands. They have also launched a number of exciting house brands as unique offerings to both UK and International business customers.
As they are going through a period of rapid growth this will be a key role within the company which gives exposure and involvement to all areas of the business. Although the team is small, they deliver big results and promote a company culture where employees support each other in all areas.
This role would suit an ambitious candidate who comes from the FMCG background and is now keen to take on extra responsibility and is eager to make a difference in a company. In return, they are offering a competitive basic salary, generous bonus/commission structure, full business mileage reimbursement, Mobile, Laptop and 32 days holiday including bank holidays.
Our client is looking for someone who can work in their office which is based in Camberley when not travelling on business and this is a full-time permanent role.
Key responsibilities of the Role:
The International Sales Manager - EMEA will be responsible for:
* Achieving respective budgets for the EMEA sales territory
* Manage and Develop strong and long lasting relationships with key accounts
* Review and manage key accounts to ensure these areas of the business are growing in line with strategy. Prioritize the targeting of accounts by potential sales value, profitability, and probability of success.
* Generating new business by following up incoming leads and conducting research on potential new customers
* Ensure the CRM system is kept up to date
* Regular travel to international territories to ensure the delivery of the sales strategy by exceeding sales and margin targets
* Be passionate about both consumer brands and the export market.
Key skills:
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Strong business acumen skills
* Proven experience in FMCG wholesale/distribution, ideally in an export environment
* Comfortable cold calling and conducting face to face meetings to introduce company, products and services
* You must be able to keep calm under pressure, be confident, organised, and have exceptional attention to detail.
* Advanced excel skills and strong analytical skills
* A willingness to listen
* Able to travel overseas when required
* Good understanding of international cultural.
* A self-starter with a positive, results-driven approach
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £35,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Camberley: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
* FMCG: 2 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person