FRENCH SELECTION (FS)
German speaking Business Development Manager ( FMCG)
Consumer goods
Location: London
Hybrid work 2 days a week in the office
Salary: between £35,000pa and £50,000pa depending on experience plus bonus and great benefits
Ref: 4331BG
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A leading international food manufacturer serving retailers, distributors and foodservice partners in international markets
Main duties: An exciting opportunity to drive sales growth and expand distribution across Germany by developing strategic partnerships, managing key distributors and identifying new business opportunities within the FMCG sector.
The role:
- Develop and implement business development strategies to drive sales growth across Germany
- Build, manage and strengthen relationships with distributors, retailers, wholesalers and key trade partners
- Identify new business opportunities through market analysis, consumer insights and competitor research
- Drive distribution expansion and increase market presence across mainstream retail channels
- Lead, coach and support field sales teams to deliver objectives and achieve sales targets
- Collaborate with Marketing and Supply Chain teams to execute effective go-to-market strategies to optimise product offerings
- Monitor sales performance, analyse market trends and provide regular reports and recommendations to senior management
- Manage business development budgets and support forecasting, planning and international travel to customers and partners as required
The candidate:
- Fluent in German (written and spoken) essential
- Experience in FMCG sales or business development, with a strong focus on the German market required
- A proven track record of delivering sales growth through distributor, wholesale or retail channels
-- Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship management skills
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data
- Proactive, organised and the ability to work independently
- Passion for food and the food industry
- Able to travel to Germany when needed
The salary: between £35,000pa and £50,000 pa depending on experience plus bonus and great benefits
Pay: £35,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
