A multinational food company is seeking an experienced Export Manager based in Warsaw, Poland. The role involves developing and managing international sales strategies for the edible oils portfolio across Central and Eastern Europe, achieving sales growth, and managing distributor networks. Candidates must have a Bachelor's or Master's degree along with at least 5 years of relevant experience in export sales. Excellent communication skills and fluency in English are essential. The position offers long-term employment with performance-based bonuses and requires travel approximately 30-40% of the time.
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in export sales or international business development.
Success in managing distributor networks with sustainable sales growth.
Understanding of international trade dynamics and compliance.
Responsibilities
Develop and manage international sales strategies for edible oils.
Achieve profitable sales growth across multiple countries.
Manage existing distributors and build new networks.
Execute global commercial strategy for market expansion.
Negotiate agreements and manage trade terms.
Monitor market trends and competitor activities.
Ensure compliance with international trade regulations.
Travel approximately 30-40% of the time.
Skills
International sales strategies
FMCG sector experience
Distributor network management
Negotiation skills
Analytical mindset
Communication skills
English fluency
Organizational skills
Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, International Trade, or a related field
Developing and managing international sales strategies for our edible oils portfolio across existing and new export markets, primarily in Central and Eastern Europe.
Achieving profitable sales growth across multiple countries for both branded and private label businesses.
Effectively managing existing distributors and building robust new distributor networks.
Executing the global commercial strategy to ensure market expansion and penetration.
Negotiating commercial agreements and managing trade terms with international partners to optimize profitability.
Monitoring market trends, competitor activities, and consumer preferences to adapt strategies proactively.
Ensuring compliance with international trade regulations, logistics, and supply chain management.
Travelling - approximately 30-40% of the time.
Requirements
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, International Trade, or a related field.
A minimum of 5 years of experience in export sales or international business development within the FMCG sector.
Demonstrated success in building and managing distributor networks and achieving sustainable sales growth in export markets.
Understanding of international trade dynamics, pricing, logistics, and regulatory compliance.
Negotiation skills and analytical mindset.
Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
Fluency in English.
Independence, proactivity, and organizational skills.
Benefits
Secure, long-term employment fostering stable and impactful collaboration.
Performance-based annual bonus.
Engaging international collaboration with highly experienced teams in a dynamic global environment.