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Job Title: French-Speaking Sales Executive Sustainably Designed Merchandise & Packaging
Salary: £35,000 + Commission (OTE £50,000£60,000)
Location: Northwest London (French Sales Market)
We are currently seeking a fluent French-speaking Sales Executive to join a dynamic and creative international design and manufacturing company. Specialising in sustainably produced promotional merchandise, reusable packaging, and retail items, this company partners with leading brands across fashion, beauty, retail, hospitality, and the arts. This is an exciting opportunity for a design-conscious, commercially driven sales professional to help expand business within the French market, while being based in London.
If you're fluent in French, have a passion for design and sustainability, and are ready to take on a varied, fast-paced, client-facing sales role, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
About the Role
In this London-based role, youll take the lead on managing and developing client relationships across the French market. Youll represent an award-winning brand known for high-quality, ethically made, design-led products including reusable bags, retail packaging, beauty containers, promotional items, and apparel.
Youll work closely with internal teams across concept, design, production, and logistics to ensure that every project is delivered on time, on budget, and on brief. Youll also contribute to sales budget planning, performance tracking, and identifying new business opportunities in the French-speaking market.
Occasional travel to France for client meetings, exhibitions, and industry events is expected.
About the Client
Our client is a well-established, privately-owned international design and manufacturing business with a global client base including major retailers, fashion houses, NGOs, and cultural institutions. With strong values rooted in ethical practice and sustainability, theyre trusted by brands such as Selfridges, Nike, LVMH, British Fashion Council, and London Fashion Week.
Their London-based studio is a vibrant and inclusive environment, offering a supportive space for creative and commercial professionals who are passionate about making a positive impact.
Working Hours
Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM 5:30 PM
Office-based (Northwest London)
Travel to France and UK-based clients as required
Benefits Include
Weekly team lunches
On-site kitchen and shower facilities
Client travel and industry event attendance (UK & France)
Company events and creative industry networking
Free parking available
Excellent public transport links
Key Duties
Develop and manage B2B client relationships in the French market
Identify and convert new business opportunities
Lead consultative sales and deliver engaging product presentations
Translate client briefs into artwork mockups and production-ready specs
Coordinate project timelines and manage critical paths for seasonal/event-driven orders
Collaborate with design, production, and logistics teams (incl. teams in India)
Monitor and manage budgets, support with financial forecasting and reporting
Attend exhibitions and industry events to build networks and generate leads
Stay informed on sustainable design, fashion, and retail trends
Key Requirements
Fluent in French and English (written and spoken)
Previous B2B sales experience, preferably within fashion, textiles, packaging, or promotional merchandise
Qualification in Fashion, Graphic Design, Textiles, or a creative discipline (preferred)
Strong communication and negotiation skills; able to manage accounts independently
Understanding of design-to-delivery and international logistics
Full UK driving licence (essential)
Commercially minded and self-motivated
Proficiency in another language (e.g., Italian, Spanish, German, Arabic) is a plus
If you are a confident, creative, and French-speaking sales professional ready to thrive in a sustainable, forward-thinking design business, we would love to hear from you.
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Created on 25/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom
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