Overview
FRENCH SELECTION (FS) – Bilingual Sales and Purchasing Executive
Location: Honiton
Hybrid work after successful training period
Salary: up to £32,000 per annum OTE plus benefits
Ref: 4271PB
To apply using our preferred format, please visit the French Selection website, go to the vacancies page, and search job reference: 4271PB
The company: A leading global distributor of components specialising in helping manufacturers provide innovative solutions
Responsibilities
* Be responsible for sourcing and purchasing large volumes of electronic components and coordinating the resale to the existing network of buyers
* Identify, contact, and build relationships with global OEM and EMS companies
* Negotiate and close purchase deals
* Collaborate with the sales and trading team
* Develop and manage a personal pipeline of purchase opportunities and accounts
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market trends, pricing, and supply chain dynamics
* Ensure accurate documentation, record-keeping, and coordination with internal departments
* Provide excellent customer service and communication throughout the buying process
Qualifications
* Fluent in either French OR German OR Danish (written and spoken) essential
* Open to candidates with fluency in any other European language
* Previous sales, purchasing, or trading experience required
* Background in electronics or components distribution beneficial
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong drive to achieve and exceed targets
* Persistent, motivated with strong multitasking abilities
* Room for growth and progression
Employment details
* Employment type: Full-time
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Job function: Business Development and Sales
* Industries: Technology, Information and Internet
Note: The original description includes external referral prompts and location postings that are not essential to the role description and have been omitted for clarity.
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