International Sales Manager
- Employer
- Michael Page Sales
- Location
- England, London
- Salary
- £50000 - £60000 per annum
- Closing date
- 31 Dec 2018
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- Business Sector
- Food & Drink
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
- Function
- Sales
Job Details
The main purpose of the job is to develop and nurture key relationships to help build the company's presence in Europe.
Reporting directly to the International Director, the successful International Sales Manager will identify and initiate discussions with overseas distributors and supermarkets to open opportunities.
Client Details
My client are crusading, dynamic and fast growing company who have a strong presence in healthy food shops. The are now looking to expand their range into the retail / wholesale channels worldwide.
Description
The responsibilities of the International Sales Manager are;
- Assist the international director with building a detailed three-year plan
- Identify and initiate discussions with overseas distributors and supermarkets
- Prepare and manage international critical paths from start to finish including managing internal stakeholders as well as external stakeholders
- Lead contract and pricing negotiations with distributors and supermarkets
- Manage and nurture our relationship with international distributors and supermarkets
- Assist with developing an international supply chain strategy
- Ensure brand and store compliance in overseas markets
- Market research in countries of responsibility and regular updates on competitors, pricing, promotions, NPD and more
- Work closely with marketing to develop international marketing campaigns
- Responsible for managing and representing the itsu brand at all overseas trade shows
- Preparing monthly sales forecasts
- Providing ad hoc support to the wider team
Profile
The successful International Sales Manager will have;
- International sales experience required with +4 years' experience
- Good organisation skills and ability to communicate effectively [verbally and in writing]
- Language skills are desired
- Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge and PowerPoint skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet targets and deadlines
- Ability to work effectively with minimal management guidance or supervision
- The energy and self-motivation to work within a rapidly growing business that is constantly evolving with changing priorities
- An open-minded approach to the role and a flexible, can do, friendly attitude
Job Offer
Basic salary £50,000 - £60,000
Bonus Scheme
Free lunches
Healthcare
Expense account
Company
Michael Page Sales UK is a leading professional recruitment consultancy covering permanent, interim and contract recruitment. We have UK wide coverage with ten offices located in London, Weybridge, Reading, Birmingham, Bristol, Leicester, St Albans, Manchester, Leeds and Glasgow. The core markets we serve are Consumer, Business Services, Media, IT/Telco, Financial Services, Healthcare and Technical Sales, with a dedicated person or team in each location specialising in each of these sectors. The clients we work with are as diverse as the candidates we represent; from Blue Chips to SMEs, and Sales Execs to Sales Directors. Our Consultants are typically from relevant sales backgrounds giving first hand experience of the roles we recruit for. We pride ourselves on delivering unrivalled service levels to our candidates and our clients, our track record of success over the past 20 years means we stand out.
Within our Consumer Sales Division we have consultants within each of the 10 offices who dedicate themselves to this sector and no other. Our specialist capability is demonstrated further as we focus on sub sectors such as food, drink, household, foodservice, consumer electronics, apparel, health & beauty, consumer healthcare, pet and sports. Some of our key clients include Colgate, Beiersdorf, Dr Oetker, Johnson & Johnson, Matthew Clark, PZ Cussons, Kellogg’s, 2 Sisters, Samsung, Seven Seas, Twinings, Unilever, Reckitt Benckiser, SC Johnson, Warburtons, InBev, Kettle Chips, Hallmark, Luxottica, McCain, Britvic, General Mills, and Molson Coors to name but a few!
Michael Page Sales UK is part of Michael Page International with operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. As well as looking for high quality candidates for our clients, we are also always looking for top talent to work for us
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