Export Sales Manager

Job Description

Our client is part of a diversified international group, a leading manufacturer of specialist nonwoven textiles with a long-established reputation in its markets as a pioneer in technical, solutions-led products. The business is firmly positioned as a manufacturerof added value in technical nonwovens and is able to offer a unique blend of knowledge and experience which allows often complex product requirements to be met effectively. Pioneers of sector-leading technology in the UK market, they have developed a uniqueset of technical skills and knowledge resources, turning customer requirements into reality. Manufacturing in China, the US and in Lancashire at the heart of the UK textiles industry and with a long history in the manufacture of nonwovens, the business continuesto lead the way in its servicing of their target technical markets and provision of value-added products.Key to the delivery of the planned growth is the appointment of an ambitious and tenacious Export Sales Manager. With a particular focus on India, Pakistan, Turkey and other European countries, you will play a vital role in taking the companys sales tothe next level by developing existing clients, prospecting new markets and developing business opportunities as needs evolve. You will have a solid technical sales career to date and can demonstrate career progress in similar roles featuring solutions-driven,consultative selling processes. The ideal candidate will also have nonwovens or broader textiles experience and a technical degree, though most important is the ability to satisfy customer needs profitably. You will be looking to work as part of a small, dedicatedcommercial team in delivering great products and value to new customers. The long-term prospects for the right individual are excellent.Job Title: Export Sales Manager Location: NW England Reports to: MDPackage: Excellent salary plus performance-related bonus & benefitsKey Responsibilities:

• Develop existing and new client relationships to maximise revenue and create new opportunities
• Identify and prospect new markets and business opportunities for technical nonwoven products
• Research and establish key market information and develop Customer and Market Sales Plans
• Research and establish competitor positioning in relevant markets and report accordingly
• Identify new product opportunities by maintaining understanding of evolving client needs
• Actively support new product development and launch through robust sales and marketing processes
• Be the voice of the client in delivering quality assurance and in dealing with product-related issues
• Develop your own sales portfolio of key accounts to deliver volume business at appropriate margins

Candidate Profile Requirements:

• Solid B2B sales career to date in technical manufactured products for export (nonwovens / textiles ideal)
• Ideally degree qualified in a relevant technical discipline (e.g. Textiles/Engineering)
• Self-reliant, able to work autonomously in developing effective sales plans and client relationships
• Excellent communicator - can produce and present client & marketing reports to inform business decisions
• Clearly evident sales communication skills, able to understand technical needs and present solutions
• Knowledge of fibre manufacturing and polymer science would be valuable though not essential

Apply in confidence via the link provided or contact Paul Barron on the contact number for a confidential exploratory discussion.