International Sales Account Manager

Noodle Talent Partners are exclusively supporting a growing and award-winning international FMCG business, recruiting the position of International Sales Account Manager (French speaking) to join their collaborative team in Norfolk, playing a key role in achieving commercial objectives alongside the International Sales Manager.

Hybrid working role, with flexibility to work from home a few days per week. Travel each quarter to Trade shows and client meetings.

Working hours of Monday to Friday 9am-5pm, with an early finish on Fridays in the summer months.

The main purpose of this role is to manage and develop a portfolio of existing key customer accounts (B2B), proactively communicating with clients to strengthen relationships and promote new product lines to maximise sales opportunities, as well as developing new business opportunities. You will liaise with clients across the UK & Western Europe, with a particular focus on developing business across France, therefore we are looking for a candidate that is fluent in both French & English.

The position will be around 80% existing client interaction and 20% growth/new client development.

The role of International Sales Account Manager / Sales Executive

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers in your portfolio (Tier 2 and 3) through virtual meetings, phone calls and email communicaton, developing account plans for retention and growth, achiving 90%+ retention and at least 12% year-on-year sales growth.

• Promptly handle and resolve any queries and issues in a timely manner

• Promoting new product lines to grow the accounts and ensure the company's products are at the forefront of customer's minds to maintain competitive positioning within the market

• Develop and execute account plans, working cross-functionally with marketing to deliver sales and marketing initiatives

• Prepare reports and presentations for both internal use and client presentations

• Proactively prospect for new customers within your assigned territory to build a pipeline and convert leads to long-term clients

• Represent the company at industry exhibitions and trade shows, building relationships, promoing the brand and it's products, following up with customers post-event

• Supporting the Senior Sales Manager to look after Tier 1 Accounts

• Manage accurate sales and customer relationship tracking using the CRM system, noting key information and sales opportunities, reporting on sales activity

• Maintain excellent standards of service at all times, building rapport and going the extra mile to support customer needs

• Conduct market research to maintain an awareness of competitor activity and deliver insights reports quarterly

• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing and Customer Service teams on daily workflow and business objectives

What are we looking for?

• Fluent language skills in both French & English

• A passionate and highly motivated individual who thrives delivering results

• Existing experience within a similar role- Account Management, Sales or proactive Customer Relations. International sales would be highly desirable

• Strong communuication skills with colleagues and customers

• High levels of attention to detail and accuracy

• Sound commercial awarenss with a willingness to learn

• Excellent team work and collaboration with others

• Competent with Microsoft Office and ideally has used CRM systems Proficient in CRM systems

What's in it for me?

• Competitive annual salary

• Annual profit share bonus and sales bonus

• Opportunities to progress and develop, potential for funding towards certifications

• Private Medical Cover, Health Cash Plan & Employee Assistance Programme

• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service

• Perkbox discounts as well as company discount

• Enhanced company policies and pension

• Social Events

• Training and opportunities for progression and development

and much more!

Please apply online using the link below, with your updated CV as soon as possible if you're interested in this great opportunity, or refer someone you know who maybe suitable and interested.

Account Manager | Sales | Marketing | Customer Relations | International Business | French | Languages | International Sales