Key Account Manager France (m/f) - Plastic Packaging for the Cosmetics Industry

&; Bordeaux; Hybride; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading global packaging manufacturer in Bordeaux seeks a Sales Manager to independently manage and develop existing clients and acquire new ones, particularly major cosmetics brands. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of sales experience, key account management in the packaging or cosmetics industry, and fluency in French and English. This role offers an attractive compensation package, flexible working conditions, and opportunities for initiative in a dynamic market.

Prestations

Attractive compensation package

Performance-based bonuses

Flexible working conditions

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sales.
• Key account management in the packaging or cosmetics industry.
• Self-driven and communicative personality.

Responsabilités

• Manage and develop existing clients in France.
• Acquire new clients focusing on major cosmetics brands.
• Sales of plastic packaging solutions from consultation to closure.
• Lead sales negotiations and prepare tailored offers.
• Collaborate with internal teams in France and Austria.
• Attend trade fairs and networking events.

Connaissances

Sales experience

Key account management

Fluent in French

Very good English skills

Customer-oriented

Confident use of ERP and CRM systems

Description du poste

Our client is a globally leading manufacturer of high-quality plastic packaging for the cosmetics industry. With a long-standing presence in the market and prestigious clients such as L'Oréal, Clarins, and Pierre Fabre, the company is firmly established in France and is now seeking to strengthen its sales team with a field-based position.

Responsibilities

• Independent management and strategic development of existing clients in France
• Acquisition of new clients with a focus on major cosmetics brands (e.g. LVMH, Chanel, Roche, Coty)
• Sales of plastic packaging solutions - from technical consultation to contract closure
• Leading sales negotiations and preparing tailored offers
• Close collaboration with internal teams in France and Austria
• Attendance at trade fairs and networking events

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sales
• Key account management in the packaging or cosmetics industry
• Fluent in French and very good English skills
• German is a plus, as it is the corporate language
• Self-driven, communicative and customer-oriented personality
• Confident use of ERP and CRM systems
• High willingness to travel within France
• Located in Paris, Toulouse or Bordeaux

Benefits

• A responsible role with plenty of room for initiative
• Flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
• Attractive compensation package, including performance-based bonuses
• Flexible working conditions (home office) with regular customer visits
• Long-term perspectives in a well-known company and growing market

We look forward to receiving your application!