International Key Account Manager

Job description

International Key Account Manager

Ely, Cambridgeshire | Hybrid | International Travel

Castrol Classic Oils is entering an exciting new phase of growth, and we are expanding our commercial team again. This is the second new role created in under six months as we invest in scaling our international presence and strengthening global distribution.

We are a specialist, heritage-led business supplying high-quality classic automotive lubricants to enthusiasts, workshops, and distributors worldwide. Our products are trusted by classic vehicle owners who care about authenticity, correct viscosity, and engine protection. It is a niche, passionate market with global reach and significant growth headroom. You can explore our world here: www.classicoils.co.uk

We are now looking for an International Key Account Manager to help drive that next stage.

This is a commercially focused role where you will grow volumes through existing international partners while opening up new routes to market across Europe and the rest of the world. Alongside account development, you will play a key role in ensuring the end-to-end customer journey runs smoothly, from order through to export documentation and delivery. Customer service, reliability, and relationship-building are central to how we operate.

What you will be doing

·        Managing and developing international distributor and trade accounts

·        Increasing throughput, range penetration, and overall account performance

·        Identifying and securing new distribution partners and routes to market

·        Leading commercial negotiations and annual account planning

·        Overseeing export processes, documentation, and coordination with freight and customs partners

Working closely with operations and supply chain to ensure smooth fulfilment

Representing the business at international trade events and customer meetings

Who this suits

Someone with experience in international account management or export sales

Ideally, from an automotive, aftermarket, lubricants, engineering, or technical product environment

Commercially sharp, organised, and comfortable handling both growth and operational detail

Happy travelling and building relationships face-to-face

Package

£45,000–£48,000 salary plus performance bonus

Hybrid working, Ely, Cambridgeshire base

International travel opportunities

A chance to join at a pivotal point in our growth journey

We are managing this recruitment directly and are not seeking recruiter support at this time.

If you enjoy building international partnerships, working in a specialist product sector, and being part of a business with real growth ambition, we would love to hear from you. 

Please send your C.V. To Dan Orme at dan.orme@classicoils.co.uk

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Ely

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

05-02-2026

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