Europe B2B Growth Lead - DACH & France, Uncapped Bonus

Cottrell Moore Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic European distributor is seeking an ambitious Business Development Manager to grow its retailer and distributor network in Europe, particularly in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and France. This role requires fluency in either German or French, along with strong English skills. Responsibilities include securing new partners for their leisure products and planning European exhibitions. The position offers an uncapped performance bonus and opportunities for ongoing training and development.

Benefits

Uncapped performance bonus

Holiday Boost: Earn an additional day of holiday each year

Pension scheme

Group Income Protection Scheme

Ongoing training & development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven B2B sales and business development experience, ideally involving account acquisition.
• Ability to work proactively and independently, with a hunter mentality for new business.
• Experience within the leisure, camping, caravan, or automotive sectors is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Secure new retailers and distributors across Europe, focusing on DACH and France.
• Drive new business revenue by developing tailored strategies for each account.
• Conduct targeted outbound activity to build strong commercial relationships.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver European exhibition activity.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity.
• Qualify and follow up on new business opportunities.

Skills

Fluency in German

Fluency in French

Strong English skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building skills

Job description

A dynamic European distributor is seeking an ambitious Business Development Manager to grow its retailer and distributor network in Europe, particularly in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and France. This role requires fluency in either German or French, along with strong English skills. Responsibilities include securing new partners for their leisure products and planning European exhibitions. The position offers an uncapped performance bonus and opportunities for ongoing training and development.