About this role
£45,000- £55,000 DOE + commissionRemote + occasional office visits A successful, design-led gifting & stationery brand are looking for an International Sales Manager to join the team to manage and grow their international business.
You'll have ownership over their international account base, managing and developing relationships with key export customers and international distributors, while spotting new business opportunities across your territories. Being the face of the brand, you’ll represent the company at international trade shows to boost brand recognition, onboard new markets and retailer accounts, and work closely with the Marketing, Product Development, Customer Service and wider Sales teams to make sure every customer gets the best possible product and experience.
This is a fantastic role for someone who loves building relationships, thrives on the commercial side of sales, and is looking to be part of a great team and product-led, creative business.
What you'll be doing:
Managing and growing relationships with international distributors, agents and key export customersSpotting new business opportunities, onboarding new customers and distribution partners across your territoriesPresenting new products and seasonal ranges, and pulling together quotations and commercial proposalsNegotiating commercial terms within agreed parametersRepresenting the business at international trade shows and customer meetingsKeeping a healthy, active pipeline alongside accurate sales forecasts and customer recordsTracking performance against targets and feeding into annual sales planningWorking with Customer Service, Logistics and Finance to keep orders, exports and shipping running smoothlyResolving customer queries quickly, keeping communication clear throughout the order processSharing customer feedback and market insight with Sales, Marketing and Product Development to help shape future ranges What you'll bring:
Demonstrated experience in international / export sales and account managementExperience working with distributors, agents and international retail customersExperience in gifting, stationery, homeware, publishing, toys or similar consumer products a distinct advantageA proven track record of delivering commercial success, hitting targets, and building strong customer relationshipsGood commercial awareness and sharp negotiation skillsA confident, collaborative communicator who builds great relationships across a business, both internally & externallyComfortable using CRM systems and Microsoft OfficeHappy to travel internationally as requiredA proactive, friendly, and positive team member Why join:
This is a great opportunity for a commercially-minded sales professional who wants real scope to grow accounts, open new markets, and make your mark within a collaborative team. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.
Diversity & Inclusion:
ILMJ values diversity, equality and inclusion and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and identities.