French speaking Regional Sales Manager

French Selection (FS); Newbury; Hybride; GBP 33 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

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Résumé du poste

French Selection (FS) near Reading region is seeking a fluent French/English sales professional to own regional revenue growth. You will lead negotiations, manage the full sales cycle from inquiry to delivery, and develop a robust pipeline while maintaining key client relationships.

The role requires strong communication, proactive drive, and the ability to travel internationally up to 30%. Hybrid work arrangement with in-office presence after training.

Qualifications

• Fluent in French and English (written and spoken).
• Proven experience in B2B Sales or Business Development.
• Strong understanding of international shipping operations and trade-related financial processes.
• Knowledge of commodity trading and/or international trade is a plus.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsabilités

• Take ownership of sales and increase regional revenue.
• Identify and qualify new business opportunities, lead negotiations and close deals.
• Manage the full sales cycle from enquiry to delivery.
• Develop a strong pipeline of new business and grow the customer base.
• Maintain relationships with existing clients and expand accounts.
• Create and deliver strategic regional sales plans to hit growth targets.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity and adapt offerings.
• Travel internationally up to 30% of the time.

Connaissances

French & English

B2B Sales

Negotiation

International shipping

Description du poste

West of London near Reading, Swindon, Basingstoke, Oxford, etc.

Hybrid work 3 days a week in the office after training

Salary: up to £55,000 per annum depending on experience, plus bonus

Ref: 8249FS

A well-established, B2B trading company specialising in the sourcing and supply of materials across global markets.

Main duties:

• To take ownership of sales and increase revenue across the region

The role:

• Identify and qualify new business opportunities, lead negotiations and close deals
• Manage the full sales cycle from initial enquiry through to final delivery
• Develop strong pipeline of new business to grow customer base and increase revenue
• Maintain relationships with existing clients and develop accounts further to increase sales
• Create and deliver strategic sales plans for the region to achieve growth targets
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and customer needs and suggest changes or new products accordingly
• Regular international travel required (up to 30% of the time)

The candidate:

• Fluent in French and English (written and spoken) – Essential
• Proven experience in B2B Sales or Business Development – Essential
• A strong understanding of international shipping operations and trade-related financial processes
• Knowledge of commodity trading and/or international trade would be an advantage
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Proactive, confident and dynamic personality
• Strong initiative and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• IT literate and confident

The salary: up to £55,000 per annum plus bonus