French speaking Business Development - Export Sales Executive

Job description

FRENCH SELECTION (FS)

French speaking Business Development - Export Sales Executive

Location: Birmingham - Wolverhampton area / West Midlands

Salary: Up to circa £35,000 per annum plus commission

Ref: 1206FR

To apply using our preferred format, please visit the French Selection website, go to the vacancies page, and search job reference: 1206FR

Website:

https://www.french-selection.co.uk

Well-established manufacturing business operating internationally, supplying industrial products to export markets.

Main duties:

To manage and grow French-speaking customer accounts by generating new business, increasing sales, and building long-term relationships within specified industrial sectors.

The role:

- Manage existing customer accounts while actively identifying and developing new business opportunities, including reactivating dormant accounts.

- Achieve agreed KPIs such as sales targets, customer calls, visits, and prospect development.

- Maintain accurate records and documentation using CRM systems and internal sales processes.

- Represent the company at customer visits, exhibitions, and meetings, promoting the business and strengthening its market presence.

- Work closely with internal departments to ensure smooth communication, resolve customer issues, and maintain agreed profit margins.

The candidate:

- Fluent in French (written and spoken)

- Sales, BD or Account Management experience

- Target-driven and motivated to achieve results

- Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills

- IT literate including CRM

- Previous industrial/manufacturing/export experience - Ideal

The salary:

Up to circa £35,000 per annum plus commission

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Birmingham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

06-03-2026

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