If you're an International / Export Sales Manager longing to join a leading global manufacturer offering lots of autonomy, then look no further.

This International Sales Manager vacancy offers hybrid working in the North West of the UK, lots of autonomy and some international and national travel.

Managing an Export Account Manager, you will be the driving force behind the company's export growth strategy.

Main markets include China, Hong Kong, Africa, Middle East and Europe but other countries of interest to develop include The Maldives. Key tasks include monitoring margin % v target, opening new accounts, range extensions and ensuring excellent levels of customer service.

Other responsibilities include:
* Facilitating the growth and development of overseas sales and strengthening the relationship between the company and overseas customers

* Sales responsibilities for key accounts

* Management and administration of all pricing

* Liaison and coordination with marketing

* Product labelling and data sheet provision in local languages

* Managing and coordinating promotional activity to achieve targeted sales without sacrificing profitability

* Ensuring all necessary legal and commercial agreements are in place
This is an environmentally conscious and long-established household brand with a great name in the decorative / DIY market.

You will need to be an expert in all things export sales and be experienced in negotiating trading agreements with overseas distributors covering legal compliance.

Previous experience in managing CRM systems would be preferred as well as excellent I.T skills. Linguistic competencies would be an advantage but is not essential.

On offer is a salary of up to £50,000 maybe more depending on experience plus bonus, hybrid executive company car, fuelcard, company credit card, lunch allowance and excellent healthcare, pension and holiday entitlement as well as annual pay reviews.

Contact Natalie on 01223 237888 / 07879 886236 or