Export Sales Manager in Reading)

Glen Callum Associates; Reading; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Benefits

International travel

Job summary

Glen Callum Associates is seeking an Export Sales Manager to lead international growth for specialist automotive aftermarket products. Based in the UK, you will manage distributor networks, identify new markets, and collaborate with internal teams to support launches and market development.

You will represent the brand at industry events, build long‑term relationships with partners, and provide accurate forecasting and market insights to support strategic growth.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in export sales or international distribution.
• Experience in classic car or specialist automotive niches.
• Ability to manage distributor networks across Europe and beyond.
• Commercial curiosity and proactive mindset.
• Interest in specialist automotive products and enthusiast communities.

Responsibilities

• Managing and expanding international distributor relationships.
• Identifying new export markets and specialist trade opportunities.
• Supporting product launches and market development with internal teams.
• Representing the brand at industry events and trade shows.
• Providing forecasting, reporting, and market insight.

Skills

Export sales

International accounts

Distributor networks

Commercial acumen

Automotive niche knowledge

Job description

Export Sales Manager - Specialist Automotive Aftermarket

Based: Oxford / Reading / High Wycombe | Salary guide: circa £75k -£90k + Bonus + Benefits

Are you an experienced Export Sales professional with a passion for specialist automotive parts? This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of international sales growth for a niche aftermarket manufacturer supplying high‑quality components to classic, performance and specialist vehicle enthusiasts worldwide.

About the Role

You'll lead and develop export sales across established and emerging markets, working closely with distributors, specialist trade partners and niche automotive retailers. This role suits someone who thrives on building long‑term relationships, spotting commercial opportunities and representing a respected brand within a highly specialist sector of the aftermarket.

We're Looking For Someone With:

• A strong track record in export sales, international account management or aftermarket distribution
• Experience within classic car, performance parts, motorsport, heritage marques, or other specialist automotive niches
• The ability to manage and grow distributor networks across Europe and beyond
• Commercial curiosity, resilience and a proactive approach to developing new markets
• A genuine interest in specialist automotive products and enthusiast communities

What You'll Be Doing:

• Managing and expanding international distributor relationships
• Identifying new export markets and specialist trade opportunities
• Working closely with internal teams to support product launches and market development
• Representing the brand at key industry events, trade shows and specialist gatherings
• Providing accurate forecasting, reporting and market insight to support strategic growth

Why This Role Stands Out:

• A chance to work with high‑quality, niche automotive products
• Strong career stability within a respected and growing aftermarket business
• International travel and direct engagement with passionate automotive customers
• The opportunity to combine commercial success with genuine automotive enthusiasm

If you have the export sales experience and specialist automotive knowledge to drive international growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Glen Callum Associates is committed to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or background. We believe that a variety of perspectives makes a team stronger and a workplace better. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we're here to support you.