International Sales Lead

Job description

International Sales Lead

£70,000-£80,000 +Bonus +Benefits

London (hybrid | 3 days in the office)

Lime Talent is partnering with a fast-scaling consumer brand that’s successfully built strong momentum in the UK and is now focused on accelerating international growth across international markets.

This is a senior, high-impact role with full ownership of international retail performance. You’ll lead expansion strategy, manage distributors and key retail relationships, and take responsibility for commercial outcomes as the business scales across multiple markets.

This role suits someone who wants autonomy, accountability and the chance to build something meaningful.

The role

• Own and deliver the international retail strategy across international markets
• Lead relationships with distributor partners and key retail accounts
• Full responsibility for forecasts, P&L and commercial negotiations
• Drive ambitious growth targets across multiple regions
• Build and develop an international sales team as the business expands
• Track market and competitor activity to identify commercial opportunities
• Use retailer and market data to inform decision-making
• Represent the business at international trade events and senior meetings
• Work closely with marketing and operations to deliver strong retail plans

About you

• Previous experience in a senior sales role within FMCG
• Proven track record of building retailer relationships and driving growth
• Experience working across European markets
• European language skills would be beneficial
• Commercially sharp with strong analytical capability
• Highly organised and comfortable managing multiple workstreams
• Confident communicator who can influence internally and externally

For someone ready to take full responsibility for international expansion and leave a real commercial footprint, this role delivers. Apply via the advert.

We are committed to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that a variety of viewpoints fosters innovation and strengthens teams. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

Lime Talent is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-02-2026

Profession type

Sales

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English