Portuguese speaking Business Development Executive

Language Business; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing and export company in Birmingham is seeking a Portuguese speaking Business Development Executive. The role involves developing new business opportunities across Brazil, managing sales cycles, and maintaining customer relationships. Candidates should have fluency in Portuguese and English, along with B2B sales experience in the Brazilian market. A competitive salary of £33,000 – £38,000 with commission potential and benefits including annual leave and pension scheme are offered.

Benefits

26 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Career growth in a global business

Qualifications

• Experience in Business Development, Sales Executive or Account Management.
• Proven B2B sales experience relating to Brazil.
• Self-motivated, resilient, tenacious and results-driven.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business opportunities across Brazil.
• Identify new sales prospects: markets, clients, projects and accreditations.
• Manage the full sales cycle — from enquiry to shipment.
• Maintain relationships through calls, emails, and meetings.
• Manage and develop underperforming accounts within Brazil.
• Create daily call plans and meet sales KPIs.
• Work closely with internal teams for customer service.

Skills

Fluency in Portuguese (Brazilian)

Fluency in English

Strong negotiation skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Education

Degree / HND level or equivalent

Job description

Portuguese speaking Business Development Executive

Location

Birmingham, UK

Languages

Portuguese and English

The Opportunity

We are hiring for a Portuguese speaking Business Development Executive to join a global manufacturing and export company based in Birmingham. In this exciting role, you will work with clients and distributors from Brazil, driving new business and building long-term commercial partnerships.

Job Responsibilities of the Portuguese speaking Business Development Executive

• Develop new business opportunities across Brazil
• Identify new sales prospects : markets, clients, projects and accreditations
• Manage the full sales cycle — from enquiry and lead generation through to order negotiation and shipment
• Maintain relationships through regular calls, emails, MS Teams meetings and quarterly international visits or exhibitions
• Manage and develop underperforming accounts within Brazil
• Create daily call plans and consistently meet sales KPIs
• Work closely with internal teams to deliver outstanding customer service

Candidate Profile

• Fluency in Portuguese (Brazilian) and English
• Experience in Business Development, Sales Executive or Account Management
• Proven B2B sales experience relating to Brazil
• Ideally educated to Degree / HND level or equivalent
• Strong negotiation, communication and customer service skills
• Self-motivated, resilient, tenacious and results-driven

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive base salary : £33,000 – £38,000 + commission (£50,000 ote)
• 26 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Career growth in a global business with international exposure

How to Apply

Send your CV and cover letter to :

Jonathan Grimes