Export Development Manager

BGA; Swindon; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

BGA in Swindon is seeking a highly motivated, French-speaking Export Development Manager to grow sales in international automotive wholesale markets. You will report to the Head of Export Sales and may work from the UK or internationally, with preference for a territory-based candidate.

The role focuses on Engine Components, Steering & Suspension, and Transmission Components across Europe, requiring travel around 50% and strong negotiation, planning, and relationship-building skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in the Automotive Aftermarket sector or automotive wholesale preferred.
• Excellent PC literacy with Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Fluent in French and English, with additional languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and increase sales in international automotive wholesale markets.
• Manage existing customer accounts and develop partnerships.
• Conduct market research and identify opportunities across Europe.
• Collaborate with export sales team and other functions.
• Travel internationally up to 50% to support customers and growth.

Skills

Sales

Negotiation

Account management

Market research

International travel

Teamwork

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Due to our rapid growth in our export business we are looking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic French speaking Export Development Manager who will be required to develop and increase sales within the international automotive wholesale markets. Reporting directly to the Head of Export Sales, this position is open to both UK and International applicants, although a territory based candidate would be preferred.

This role will focus on generating sales growth from our extensive range of Engine Components, Steering & Suspension components & Transmission Components within the automotive and engine wholesale sectors. A tenacious and enthusiastic approach towards winning incremental business with both new and existing customers will quickly develop sales within this sector. Extensive international travel throughout the territory is a key requirement; therefore, this role requires flexibility in terms of travel arrangements. Although working within a distant management system you will become part of a Sales Team and required to work closely with other members of the team.

Area of work: Europe

Responsibilities

• Ability to understand business opportunities
• Sales skills
• Manage existing customers accounts and further develop the partnerships
• Market research and development
• International travel
• Strong planning skills
• Self-motivation
• Ability to work in a high demanding environment
• Good understanding of the European business and cultural environment
• Dynamic and flexible approach to business and daily challenges
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team
• Results-oriented, innovative thinker with a focus on continuous improvement
• Entrepreneurial spirits
• Strong report writing abilities

Training & Experience – Essential

• Experience within the Automotive Aftermarket sector. Experience in dealing with major automotive wholesale business.

Training & experience – Desirable

• Excellent level of PC literacy (Excel, PowerPoint & Word).

Knowledge & Personal Skills – Essential

• Fluent in French, English and other languages.
• Highly motivated, confident and enthusiastic Negotiation skills Analytical and presentation skills, team working, able to build strong relationships (internally and externally).

Knowledge & Personal skills – Desirable

• Language skills: other languages

Other Job-related Requirements

• Essential Travel flexibility. (travel around 50% of the time)
• Eligible to work within the EU
• Flexible Working Options Available

Job Category: Sales

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: Swindon