Job Description
Area Sales Manager - Export | Europe | Up to £40K + Benefits
Zachary Daniels is partnering with a leading global fragrance and beauty organisation to recruit an experienced Area Sales Manager for the European market. This role focuses on driving sales growth, strengthening distributor networks, and identifying new commercial opportunities across assigned territories.
About the Brand:
The company is a well established, premium player in the fragrance and beauty industry, known for its high quality products and innovative approach. With a strong presence across multiple regions, it combines creativity, luxury, and commercial excellence to deliver exceptional experiences to its customers.
Role Summary:
The Area Sales Manager will drive export sales growth by managing key international markets, developing and strengthening distributor relationships, and expanding market share for perfumes, cosmetics, and related products.
This role plays a pivotal part in identifying new business opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and consistently achieving sales targets with a proactive and dynamic approach.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement sales strategies for European market
Build and manage relationships with distributors, agents, and key accounts
Identify and secure new business opportunities
Conduct market analysis and monitor competitive activity
Lead negotiations on pricing, contracts, and commercial terms
Collaborate with marketing and product teams on launches and promotions
Prepare sales performance reports, forecasts, and budgets
Represent the business at exhibitions and customer meetings
Key Knowledge & Skills:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field (MBA preferred)
5+ years of proven sales experience in the perfume, cosmetics, FMCG, or beauty industry, including at least 3 years in export or international sales
Strong business development, negotiation, and relationship building skills
Energetic, dynamic, and positive attitude with a proactive approach
Ability to establish and maintain longterm relationships with distributors and clients
Excellent communication and presentation skills (English required; Arabic or French is a plus)
We are looking for driven commercial professionals eager to make a significant impact within a respected global organisation. If you are ready to take on the challenge of the Area Sales Manager - Export role, we would be pleased to hear from you.
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