Export Sales Manager - FMCG- Spanish required

Job description

Reports To: EMEA Sales Director

About the Role

We are looking for a high-performing European Sales Manager to develop and execute strategic sales plans that drive growth across key European markets. This is a pivotal role for a commercially sharp, self-motivated professional with a strong track record in multi-region sales.

Key Responsibilities

• Target new and existing customers across retail to achieve growth targets
• Enhance customer distribution partnerships and identify new routes to market
• Collaborate with the marketing team to improve customer offerings and support new product development
• Work cross-functionally with supply chain and customer service to optimise cost-effective routes to market
• Deliver detailed sales and margin analysis and propose strategic activities, including pricing actions
• Manage the complexity of customer discounts and allowances (Gross to Net) in partnership with finance
• Conduct competitor analysis to identify opportunities and support risk mitigation

Key Selection Criteria

• Proven European Sales Performance — Demonstrated success driving growth across multiple European markets with a consistent record of achieving and exceeding targets
• Ability to build and execute sales strategies, analyse margins, and manage complex pricing structures
• Background in DIY, retail, or FMCG, with an understanding of regional and cultural dynamics across Europe
• Experience working effectively with marketing, finance, supply chain, and customer service teams
• Business-level English and Spanish are essential; Italian or other European languages are a strong advantage

What You'll Bring

• Proven sales experience across European regions, i
• Must have managed in exports, across retail, FMCG, or DIY
• Minimum of 8 years of experience
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High energy, self-starter mentality with a drive to overachieve annual objectives
• Degree-level education desirable but not essential — relevant experience is equally valued
• Willingness to travel across Europe as required

Languages Required

• English — Essential
• Spanish — Essential

Package: £60,000 per year, company car/ allowance, bonus & medical.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-06-2026

Profession type

Retail

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