Business Development Manager – Export

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist manufacturer in Sittingbourne is seeking a Business Development Manager, Export to boost international sales. The role involves implementing strategic plans, managing customer relationships, and requires fluency in both French and English. This position comes with a competitive benefits package including 33 days annual leave.

Benefits

33 days annual leave including bank holidays

Flexible cash scheme

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Degree in business management or equivalent, or qualified by experience.
• Mechanical inclined technical competence/experience.
• B2B sales experience in EMEA and APAC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement marketing plans and monitor results.
• Maintain effective relationships with customers.
• Prepare strategic sales and marketing plans.

Skills

Communication

Business Acumen

Relationship Management

Presentation Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in French

Education

Degree qualification in business management

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02.07.2025

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16.08.2025

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Updated: Tue, Apr 22, 2025 11:21 AM

Our client, a leading specialist manufacturer, is seeking a skilled, fluent French speaking Business Development Manager, Export to drive sales growth and maintain effective relationships with customers across international markets. As the BDM, Export, you will play a crucial role in achieving the company’s sales and marketing objectives by implementing strategic plans, managing customer relationships, and identifying new opportunities in international markets.

Responsibilities:

Implement agreed marketing plans, exhibition visits, training, and monitor results to achieve sales and marketing objectives
Maintain effective relationships with customers, including distributors, OEMs, and end-users, understanding their needs and anticipating sales and marketing opportunities
Prepare strategic and annual sales and marketing plans, including sales revenue and expenditure, and seek approval from the BDM Team Leader (Export)
Provide the BDM Team Leader (Export) with sales budgets and monthly reports to monitor sales and business activities, including Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for nominated geographical areas
Identify and manage threats and opportunities to the export business, acting proactively and relevantly

Requirements

Degree qualification in business management or equivalent, or qualified by experience
Mechanical inclined technical competence/experience
Experience in sales and business development in international markets, preferably in food and/or manufacturing sectors
Fluency in English and French (additional languages would be an advantage)
Excellent communication and business acumen
Active relationship management with all stakeholders and customers
Ability to prioritise under pressure and act calmly
Good presentation skills
Understanding of social and cultural diversity of markets and customers
B2B sales/business development experience in EMEA and APAC preferred
Available for international travel up to 40% of the time and the ability to work from their Head Office in Sittingbourne 2 days per week

Benefits include 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays, flexible cash scheme and long service awards

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