French and German speaking Export Sales Manager

Job description

FRENCH SELECTION (FS)

French and German speaking Export Sales Manager

Location: Banbury

Hybrid working available

Salary: up to £50,000 per annum plus benefits

Ref: 8221FG

To apply using our preferred format, please visit French Selection website (see link below), go to the vacancies page, search job reference: 8221FG

Website:

www.french-selection.co.uk

A well-established British manufacturer specialising in the design and production of industrial equipment.

Main duties: To be responsible for sales growth in the allocated markets through a combination of distributor management and direct sales activity.

The role:

- Maintain relationships with existing distributors and provide training and ongoing support to maximise performance

- Identify and qualify opportunities to expand the distributor network, leading negotiations and building long-term partnerships

- Identify and develop direct sales opportunities in markets not covered by distributors

- Manage project from initial enquiry through to final delivery

- Develop and implement effective sales strategies to penetrate new markets

- Monitor market trends, analyse performance and prepare sales forecasts

- Liaise with distributors and internal departments to ensure smooth business operations

- Regular international travel required (up to 40% of the time)

The candidate:

- Fluent in French AND German (written and spoken) is essential

- Previous experience in Export Sales or B2B Sales is essential

- Experience managing long sales cycles

- Excellent communication and negotiation skills

- Proactive, confident and dynamic personality with a “can do” attitude

- IT literate and confident with ERP and CRM systems

The salary: up to £50,000 per annum plus benefits

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Banbury

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-02-2026

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