Our client, a well established food production company is looking for a competent Exports Sales Manager based in Athens. This person will be reporting to the Sales Manager and will be responsible for the monitoring of current export business in a selection of markets and the development of new ones.

The successful candidate will be expected to be passionate about export business and to have an in depth knowledge of international trade.

Responsibilities:

• Analyzing current business operations and constantly exploring ways to maximize sales and profitability while minimizing costs
• Implementing the company’s business development and marketing strategies on an international level and managing market expansion
• Identifying new business opportunities and developing objectives and time plan for entry into new foreign markets
• Establish and manage relationships with international partners, including distributors, agents and vendors across a variety of client bases and cultures
• Monitor international regulations and compliance requirements
• Liaise with customs authorities and other government bodies to ensure compliance with regulations
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities and customer feedback
• Keeping good track of sales and business development
• Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize export operations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or in a related field
• Postgraduate studies in the field of International Business are desirable
• At least 5 years of related experience in exports sales of food products
• Ability to understand local laws and regulations across international food industry
• Fluency in English
• Knowledge of more than one foreign languages will be considered an advantage
• Excellent sales and negotiation skills
• Strong presentational and communication skills
• Availability to travel frequently