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Export Manager

Employer
Clear Edge Search & Selection Ltd
Location
London (Central), London (Greater)
Salary
£Competitive + Bonus + Travel
Closing date
30 Nov 2019

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Business Sector
Food & Drink
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Function
Sales

Job Details

Export Manager

UK Based – Preferably London

£Competitive + Bonus + Travel

My client, CraftCan Travel LLC, based in NY - USA, exclusive exporters of US craft brands including Kona, Red Hook, Wilmer and Omission are currently looking for an experienced sales individual to be responsible for their UK business and various other markets throughout Europe. The primary objective of this position is to increase sales in both On and Off trade in close cooperation with the UK importer and longer term doing the same with other partners in Europe.

This role will be responsible for (co-) planning, helping to establish and implement strategies and goals, support the growth objectives and revenue targets set by both the US Distributor and the UK importer. Next to that ‘hands on’ working individually and with our partners representatives on a daily basis by identifying new opportunities both regarding ‘independents’ level as well as national accounts level (pub groups and retail chains).

This position is based in the UK and requires significant travel.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with the importer to execute year plans (MAT’s) including SKU’s, pricing, sales volumes, marketing support, distribution targets, budget allocations, identifying new opportunities and tools required.
  • Liaison – work ‘hands-on’ with the various marketing representatives of the importing partner.
  • Play an integral part in generating new sales that will turn into long lasting relationships.
  • Gather market and customer information and provide feedback and trends.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to interact effectively with management, customers, operations and logistics.
  • Assist importer with any product / supply issues and problems faced by customers.
  • Provide weekly market visit recap to those concerned.
  • Reporting monthly sales, stock and forecasts reviews.

Job Qualifications

  • A minimum of 4 years successful sales within the craft beer industry in the UK.
  • Excellent organisational, communication and presentation skills.
  • ‘Hands-on’: strong selling and negotiation skills.
  • Strong customer services skills and the ability to grow and manage customer relationships.
  • Work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent oral and written communications.
  • Requires computer knowledge and proficient using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc).
  • Must be authorised to work in the United Kingdom.
  • Additional project management as assigned.

Additional Information

  • Position is located in the London area and requires significant travel within the UK and over time in Europe. 
  • A background of export experience in Europe would be beneficial

If you believe you have the relevant sales experience for this opportunity then please send a CV to jack.woolsey@ceselection.com or contact on 0113 205 4970.

Company

Clear Edge are an executive search and selection business, specialising in roles from middle management to Board level in FMCG and Retail sectors.

Recruiting high-calibre professionals across:

  • Sales & Marketing
  • Operations, Technical & Supply Chain
  • Retail

Genuine experts in your sector:

  • Food
  • Drinks
  • Health, Beauty & Household Products
  • Consumer Durables

Our specialist consultants take a highly pro-active approach on behalf of their clients and candidates, with total commitment to service and results. Using our extensive market knowledge, unrivalled network of contacts and modern day recruitment techniques, we're here to give you the clear edge over the competition.

Company info
Website
Telephone
0113 2054970
Location
Lister House
Lister Hill
Horsforth
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS18 5AZ
GB

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