Are you a dynamic, ambitious professional with a passion for international sales and the beauty industry? Our client is seeking an International Sales Manager to join their innovative and forward-thinking team. This role offers the chance to contribute to the global expansion of a leading brand renowned for its high-quality, natural skincare products.
About the Company
The company is a pioneer in the clean beauty movement, delivering high-performance skincare formulas powered by natural ingredients. Their products are available in over 40 countries through various channels, including department stores, pharmacies, online retailers, clinics, and luxury spas. They are committed to fostering a collaborative environment that values empowerment, ownership, and a shared vision.
The Role
As an integral part of the International Sales Department, the successful candidate will support the International Sales Director in daily tasks and the global development of the department. They will be the key contact for all international distributors, managing relationships and ensuring seamless communication and support for both internal and external partners.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate collaboration between clients worldwide and various departments.
- Engage in pricing strategies, sales offers, sales forecasts, and sales reports.
- Manage clients' Profit and Loss (P&L) statements to optimise profitability.
- Contribute to the development and execution of marketing plans.
- Oversee clients' websites, digital initiatives, and social media presence.
- Coordinate prospecting efforts to expand the client base.
- Organise and coordinate client training sessions and visits.
- Collaborate with regulatory teams to ensure product compliance.
- Manage logistics for international conferences and trade fairs.
Key Skills & Attributes:
- Strong commerciality within the beauty industry and international sales sector.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Dynamic, ambitious, flexible, and adaptable.
- Analytical and sales-driven with a strong understanding of numbers.
- Marketing and product sensitivity.
- Customer-focused with a strong sense of service.
- International outlook; additional languages are an advantage.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Creative, initiative-taker, problem-solver, and solution-focused.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in the beauty industry.
- Proficient in Office tools: Excel, PowerPoint.
- Basic knowledge of export and regulatory affairs related to beauty products.
- Experience with SAGE 200 and Power BI reporting tools or equivalent.
Languages:
- Multilingual proficiency is valued (particularly Arabic or Chinese), but not a necessity
Experience:
- 2 to 5 years in a similar role.
Package:
- Salary: Up to £50,000 (Dependent on level of experience)
- Staff Discount: 65%
- Free Monthly Product Allowance
- Holidays: 33 days (Including Bank Holidays)
- Additional Day Off for Birthday
- Pension Scheme
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and skilled sales professional to join a company committed to driving global success. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and become part of our clients exciting journey within the beauty industry.