Location: Blackpool, Lancashire
Full-time | Permanent | EV Vehicle
Ready to take British-made products global?
Take the Next Step in International Sales Leadership
A UK-based manufacturer with a strong global footprint is seeking a commercially astute and proactive Export Sales Manager to drive continued growth across international markets. This is a high-impact role for an experienced sales leader with a strong understanding of distributor-led growth and global market dynamics.
The Role
Working from the company’s headquarters, you’ll lead international business development efforts and manage a small internal team. With a focus on expanding distributor networks and strengthening relationships across EU and non-EU markets, you’ll play a key role in shaping the company’s global commercial strategy.
This role suits a hands-on, data-driven sales professional who’s comfortable working across different time zones, cultures, and industries - and who knows how to combine commercial strategy with day-to-day execution.
Key Responsibilities:
* Build, develop, and manage international distributor partnerships
* Provide leadership and support to the internal export sales team
* Conduct market research to identify and pursue new sales opportunities
* Analyse regional performance data to inform strategic planning
* Oversee the full sales cycle, ensuring a high standard of service
* Deliver remote demonstrations and presentations in line with sustainability commitments
* Stay up to date with export legislation, compliance, and logistics requirements
* Contribute ideas for new product development based on international trends and feedback
Ideal Candidate Profile:
* Proven experience in export or international sales, ideally in a B2B or capital goods context
* Strong background in indirect sales via distributor networks
* Strategic mindset with excellent commercial and negotiation skills
* Confident team leader with the ability to coach and motivate
* Entrepreneurial and self-motivated, with strong execution capability
* Knowledge of global markets, logistics, and export compliance
* Ability to adapt to diverse markets and work collaboratively across cultures
What You’ll Get:
* Competitive salary with a performance-based bonus structure
* Fully expensed EV company vehicle
* 33 days holiday (rising to 38)
And so much more! Enquire for a full list!
📩 Interested?
If you're a driven sales professional ready to grow our international footprint, apply now. You'll be supported with training, tools and the opportunity to shape a globally ambitious sales operation.