Retail Business Development Manager

RE:DISCOVER; Lyon; Sur place; EUR 75 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading home appliance brand is seeking a Retail Business Development Manager in France to expand retail distribution and manage sales operations. The role involves developing strategies to grow revenue, building relationships with key retailers, and collaborating with product development. Ideal candidates have a strong background in consumer electronics and fluent English, ideally also French. A competitive salary up to €90,000 is offered, encouraging ambitious and experienced professionals to apply.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in developing retail distribution across France.
• Experience managing sales in consumer electronics or small domestic appliances.
• Deep understanding of French retail markets and marketplaces.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute a strategy to grow revenue through improved retail distribution across France.
• Lead all French sales operations.
• Build and strengthen relationships with key retailers to expand brand presence.

Connaissances

Retail distribution development

Sales management in consumer electronics

Fluent in English and ideally French

Description du poste

Retail Business Development Manager – Consumer Electronics (Home Appliances)

A leading home appliance brand is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager/ Account Manager in France to drive expansion across electrical retailers, DIY chains and etailers. With a strong reputation for high-quality products and significant investment in product development, the company has seen rapid growth, reaching over £50m in sales in 2024, with European markets showing the fastest increase.

We are looking for an ambitious and dynamic Business Development Manager [retail accounts] to strengthen our client's retail distribution and accelerate sales growth. There is currently no business/accounts in France and this is a key market for the brand and business.

The business currently operates through a network of distributors and marketplaces, with all European products shipped from a German warehouse and supported by sales agents in Germany and Spain.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and growth-focused team in a company that prides itself on its positive working environment, where employees enjoy long and fulfilling careers.

Role & Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategy to grow revenue through improved retail distribution across France
• Lead all French sales operations
• Build and strengthen relationships with key retailers to expand brand presence.
• Work closely with the product development team to align future innovations with sales channels.
• Leverage marketplaces strategically to support growth initiatives.
• Once business has been won/ accounts have been opened, this person will be responsbile for managing those accounts.

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven track record in developing retail distribution across France
• Strong experience managing sales in consumer electronics or small domestic appliances
• Expertise in French retail markets, with a deep understanding of how marketplaces fit into the landscape.
• Fluent in English and ideally French.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience of developing and managing retailer relationships in France
• Self-starter with strong motivation and leadership qualities.
• Team-oriented and able to collaborate across different levels of the organization.
• Based in Germany or Benelux, with flexibility to travel throughout Europe.

Package & Benefits

Competitive salary up to €90 000 per annum (negotiable based on experience).

This is a rare opportunity to take a leading role in a rapidly growing business, shaping its expansion across Europe while working in a supportive and ambitious environment.

If you have the expertise and drive to make a lasting impact, apply today!