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Interim Regional Manager - France / Italy

Non-Food Consumer products

North East

Temp ⁄ Competitive salary and benefits package to attract the best

Updated October 14, 2008

In order to facilitate plans to expand into new international markets our client seek to recruit an International Account Manager who will play a pivotal role in realising their aims.
The key objective for this role will be to build on the presence already established in a number of markets, and to appoint new distribution partners in order to build a profitable business across the designated regions. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the execution of the International Brand Strategy.

• To manage sales of branded products to existing distributors across region - Germany.
• Identify most effective 'route to market' strategy for new markets and appoint new distribution partners
•Preparation of distribution agreements and contracts
• Responsibility for turnover and profit targets across the relevant markets
• Responsibility for planning and implementation of promotional campaigns in conjunction with local distributors
• Responsibility for forecasting by SKU and value for all markets
• Prepare and deliver effective presentations to distributors and retailers including business reviews, NPD development programs, category information and growth/business plans
• Working with Category Teams on regional NPD programs
• To create detailed sales and marketing reports
• To take an active role in building the profile of the International department internally and externally

Who we're looking for
• International sales & marketing experience a distinct advantage and in particular the management of distributors/agents in an export capacity
• Excellent business skills - presentation, negotiation, account & category management, IT and with an appreciation of International Marketing
• Be able to demonstrate a sustained track record of developing new business in international business
• Highly professional with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Organised, thorough and an eye for detail
• Highly motivated and energetic with the ability to enthuse others
• Integrity and an appreciation of market cultures
• Display maturity and a team ethos

About our client
A leading brand in no-food consumer products within major retailers

What's on offer
Competitive salary and benefits package to attract the best

Michael Page Contact
For further info, apply or phone on +44 (0) 1932 264 000. Job Ref: 13008102
Your application will be sent to Stacey Sheridan.