Export Manager
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Take full ownership of international sales and shape your career with global opportunities. You’ll have the freedom to drive growth in new and existing markets, with support from an experienced mentor. You’ll see the impact of your work through direct sales success and expanding distributor networks.
Export Manager - Northampton
£40,000 – £50,000 + bonus + car or car allowance + pension + benefits
About the Role
Take full ownership of international sales and shape your career with global opportunities.
You’ll have the freedom to drive growth in new and existing markets, with support from an experienced mentor. You’ll see the impact of your work through direct sales success and expanding distributor networks.
You’ll also enjoy hybrid working, with time in the office when you’re not visiting customers around the world.
As the Export Manager, you will lead and grow international sales for a UK manufacturer of modular workshop furniture and systems used in the automotive, aerospace, and industrial sectors. You’ll develop distributor strategies, enter new markets, and drive B2B relationships globally. Hybrid working, with frequent UK & overseas travel (approx. 25%–50%).
Key Responsibilities
- Define and implement the export / international sales strategy aligned with business goals
- Manage and coach existing distributors to exceed sales targets
- Identify and onboard new distributor partners, negotiating contracts and terms
- Research new export markets, performing market entry analysis and competitive intelligence
- Lead negotiations with overseas customers, distributors, agencies or OEMs
- Collaborate with product, marketing, logistics, and operations teams to tailor offer by market
- Monitor sales performance, prepare forecasts / reports / KPIs / dashboards
- Resolve export / regulatory / logistics challenges in collaboration with internal teams
Candidate Requirements
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in B2B export / international sales (ideally with distributors)
- Proven track record in managing distributor networks and growing export revenue
- Strong negotiation and contract-management skills
- Proficiency in German and French (written & spoken) — additional languages a plus
- Analytical mindset with strategic vision and ability to execute
- Comfortable with frequent travel (UK & overseas) and hybrid work
Benefits & Perks
- Base salary: £40,000 – £50,000
- Performance bonus / commission
- Car allowance or company vehicle
- Pension contribution
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Travel expenses covered
- Training and development opportunities
- Career path into global sales / senior leadership roles
About the Company
Join a market-leading UK manufacturer that designs, builds, and installs workshop systems globally. Their clients include 25+ vehicle brands, in sectors from automotive to aerospace and emergency services. All products are designed in the UK and made to order at their UK facility, ensuring high-quality and precision deliveries.
How to Apply
Apply now and Stewart Lupton, [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Solutions - Automotive Aftermarket Recruitment, will be in touch.. Don’t worry if your CV isn’t up to date. Just send what you have, and we’ll deal with that later. Alternatively, call Stewart on [contact hidden].