Export Sales Manager DACH - FMCG Food

Allexo search; England; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK FMCG company is seeking a Regional Business Manager to spearhead growth in the DACH markets. This role blends start-up energy with big-brand capabilities, requiring a driven candidate fluent in German and experienced in managing distributors. The position offers excellent salary prospects and significant impact in an international environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Sales/Account Management/Business Development within branded FMCG businesses.
• Direct experience managing distributors and strong understanding of the German market.
• Willingness to travel monthly to bimonthly within the DACH region.

Responsibilities

• Drive business growth across the DACH region, focusing on existing and new product categories.
• Manage relationships with in-market distributors, establishing new partnerships.
• Develop and execute joint annual plans with customers.

Skills

Sales

Account Management

Business Development

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

Financial Acumen

Job description

£60000 - £70000 per annum + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits

Ref

1607_1749803609

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Regional Business Manager to join a rapidly expanding international division of a leading UK FMCG company. This newly created role is crucial to our success in the DACH markets (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland) and offers a unique blend of start-up energy with big-brand capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive business growth and strategy across the DACH region, focusing on both existing and new product categories
• Manage and grow relationships with in-market distributors, establishing new partnerships where necessary
• Develop and execute joint annual plans with customers, ensuring proper implementation of pricing structures
• Deliver sales, spend, and profit targets aligned with company objectives
• Contribute to the wider European strategy and execution
• Manage all systems, processes, and housekeeping related to your accounts

The Ideal Candidate:

• Fluency in German and English
• Experience in Sales/Account Management/Business Development within branded FMCG businesses
• Direct experience managing distributors and a strong understanding of the German market
• Financial acumen, including the ability to assess value chains and analyse sales data
• Comfort working independently while collaborating with a wider team
• Willingness to travel monthly to bimonthly within the DACH region

Location:

Home-based with regular travel to Germany, Austria, and Switzerland

Package:

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a driven individual to make a significant impact in a dynamic, international FMCG environment. If you're ready to take on this challenge and grow with a forward-thinking company, we'd love to hear from you.