Job Information

Our client is a growing manufacturing company based in North Wales, they are looking for an Export Manager to join the business on a permanent basis. The role will involve growing the export market with distributors in Central & Eastern Europe, Russia, Baltic States and Scandinavia and to grow into new markets.

Sell promotions/sales drives as per set targets

• Actively seek out new customers alongside distributors and present nimbus ranges as appropriate.
• Develop direct key accounts as designated.
• Ensure account profitability through effective management and control of terms, volume, distribution, mix and contribution.
• Responsible for the internal communication of account business plans and as such business needs, including: Forecasts volumes & promotions.
• Work alongside both the production and development teams to ensure efficient implementation, production and delivery of products

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:

• Ideally degree educated
• Several years experience of selling ingredients into the ice cream, bakery or confectionery sectors would be an advantage.
• Able to demonstrate solid understanding of the business to business market with respect to food manufacturing / trends/ future direction.
• Proven track record of strategic business development, managing budgets and analysing sales figures.
• Ideally have experience of working with food ingredients/ inclusion/ toppings.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
• Highly organised, efficient time manager with a high degree of personal discipline and working to tight deadlines.
• French and German language skills are an advantage
• Knowledge of international contract terms, foreign currencies, tariffs and trading regulations.
• Ability to travel extensively when required.

To be considered for this excellent opportunity please apply online or alternatively call Cameron James for further information.