French Speaking Sales Manager - B2B Exhibitions

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the events industry seeks a French Speaking Sales Manager to lead a high-performing team. The role involves managing sales strategies and key accounts across tech-focused B2B events, offering opportunities for career progression and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in B2B sales within events, exhibitions, or media.
• Fluent in French with excellent communication skills.
• Experience leading a commercial team and managing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Managing and motivating a commercial team to meet targets.
• Developing and implementing sales plans for new clients.
• Taking responsibility for personal sales in exhibition space and sponsorship.

Skills

B2B sales

Strategic thinking

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Fluency in French

Excellent communication

Job description

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French Speaking Sales Manager - B2B Exhibitions, coventry

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Client:

SAVVY RECRUITMENT

Location:

coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

French Speaking Sales Manager

London Based Hybrid Role

Are you a senior sales executive, account manager, or team leader ready to step into a more strategic leadership role? This is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious French-speaking commercial professional looking to take ownership of a high-performing team within a fast-paced and target-driven environment. You’ll be leading by example, delivering your own revenue while managing a team of salespeople and helping shape the direction of the campaign.

This is your chance to join a well-established events business known for its success across multiple global portfolios. You’ll be responsible for shaping sales strategy, driving new business, and managing key accounts across a series of leading tech-focused B2B events. You’ll be rewarded with clear progression, a competitive salary, and the chance to develop your career in a company that values ideas, energy, and results.

What will this role include?

• Managing and motivating a commercial team, ensuring they are meeting targets and delivering consistent results
• Taking full responsibility for personal sales across exhibition space and sponsorship opportunities
• Developing and implementing sales plans to bring in new clients and grow existing relationships
• Working closely with senior stakeholders to ensure the event meets revenue goals, client mix, and commercial objectives

The ideal candidate will have / be:

• Proven experience in B2B sales, within events, exhibitions, or media
• Confident in managing client relationships from initial contact through to successful delivery
• Comfortable leading a team, setting clear goals, and driving strong commercial outcomes
• A strategic thinker with the ability to spot new revenue opportunities and grow key accounts
• Fluent in French, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

This is a brilliant opportunity to elevate your profile and experience within an award-winning business so if you think you fit the above criteria and you’re ready to take the next step in your career, make sure to get in touch with us now! #beSAVVY