Export Sales Manager- Premium Drinks

Fluid Fusion - Beer, Wine & Spirits Recruitment; West Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading premium drinks business is looking for an Export Sales Manager to spearhead their international expansion. The role involves managing distributor relationships, developing export strategies, and ensuring compliance with trade regulations. With a competitive salary and benefits, this role is ideal for a dynamic professional eager to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Pension

Healthcare

Life Assurance

Other Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in export management and international sales.
• Second language beneficial for key markets.
• Background in drinks industry is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Manage international sales and key distributor accounts.
• Develop 3–5-year export strategy with leadership.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations.

Skills

Account Management

Market Research

Relationship Management

Inventory Management

Education

Degree Level Education

Job description

Export Sales Manager- Premium Drinks

Salary- £50-60K

Bonus 10%

Pension, healthcare, life assurance and other benefits

Hybrid role with occasional office work in West Yorkshire. This role will include some International travel

THE BUSINESS & OPPORTUNITY

Our client is a premium drinks business which has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality drinks to an ever-growing following of consumers. Due to continued success and growth in global markets, we are searching for an Export Sales Manager to take the international business to the next level. The successful candidate will manage and enhance relationships with distribution partners and retailers, particularly across Europe.

This business has a vibrant and collaborative team well known for their innovative and creative approach to growing premium drinks brands. They’ve built a strong reputation over the last decade and continue to have considerable potential in the UK and abroad. If you’re the kind of drinks professional who thrives within a fast-paced, dynamic environment and wants to play a key role in shaping a brand's global growth, this could well be an exceptional opportunity for you.

THE ROLE

As Export Sales Manager, you’ll be responsible for driving international sales, managing key distributor accounts, and managing the export process from start to finish. You’ll work closely with manufacturing, operations and leadership teams to lead and develop the export strategy to drive success in existing and new markets. It’s a hands-on, autonomous role where you’ll work both strategically and directly with key customers.

KEY SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage & grow existing accounts while identifying new business opportunities in international markets.
• Work closely with the senior leadership team to develop the 3–5-year Export strategy
• Conduct market research to understand demand, competition, and pricing.
• Directly manage and enhance relationships with distributors and retailers.
• Manage the entire export process
• Work closely with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and logistics partners.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations.
• Manage inventory and warehouse operations related to export.
• Monitor performance and manage service levels.
• Represent the brand at international trade shows and key events.
• Experienced in export management and international sales – drinks industry experience is a bonus, but not essential.
• A second language would be beneficial but not essential- key markets include France, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands and Italy.
• Educated to degree level

Please provide your CV (in Word format) and current package information.

Candidates meeting the brief and experience requirements will be contacted within 2 weeks of their application.