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Export Meat Commercial Director

On-site in Alhama de Murcia·Added 18 days ago (last checked 8 Oct)

ElPozo

34 open roles

Overview

Work mode
On-site, Alhama de Murcia
English
Required
Other languages
German, French, Italian
Education
University degree
Benefits
Private health insurance, flexible pay plan, meal vouchers

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Proven experience in senior international sales or export management positions.
  • Experience in the fresh meat export sector.
  • Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
  • Strategic vision focused on growth and achieving results.
  • Availability for regular international travel.
  • Ability to thrive in dynamic, highly competitive environments.

Nice to have

  • Postgraduate education or an MBA will be highly valued.
  • Experience in food industry companies.
  • Knowledge of retail, foodservice, and industrial markets.

Education & certifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, International Trade, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.

Languages

  • Business-level English proficiency.
  • Knowledge of a second language (French, German, Italian, or Portuguese) will be highly valued.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

At ELPOZO Alimentación, we are clear about one thing: our people are our greatest strength. That is why we take care of everyone who is part of our team and offer them an environment where they can grow, develop, and thrive professionally.

🚀 Internal promotion: We boost your professional career within the company. Because it doesn't matter where you start, but how far you can go.

📚 Continuous training: We foster learning and continuous improvement through training programs tailored to each stage of your professional development.

🎓 Study scholarships: We support the education of our employees and their families through various educational aid programs.

🧘🏼♂️ Wellness Portal: Specialized services for health, legal advice, emotional well-being, and personal support.

👩🏻⚕️ Medical and psychological services: Resources focused on the comprehensive care of our people.

💪🏻 Sports facilities and rest areas: Spaces designed to promote healthy lifestyle habits and overall well-being.

💳 Flexible compensation: Restaurant vouchers, childcare checks, health insurance, and payroll advances.

🛍️ Special discounts: At Grupo Fuertes companies and through the Benefits Club.

🛒 The Store: Access to Grupo companies' products at advantageous prices for employees.

🎁 Internal giveaways: Participation in exclusive experiences, activities, and events for employees.

The role

To strengthen our international growth, we are looking for an Export Sales Director, a key position for consolidating our business in international markets, driving commercial development across both our fresh and processed product ranges.

Your purpose in this role will be to define and drive the company's international commercial strategy, ensuring sales growth, business profitability, and the strengthening of commercial relationships with customers, distributors, and strategic partners in export markets.

What you'll do

  • Lead, develop, and coordinate the export sales team.
  • Identify new business opportunities and expansion in international markets.
  • Manage strategic relationships with distributors, importers, distribution chains, and key international accounts.
  • Negotiate high-impact commercial agreements and oversee their successful implementation.
  • Drive the growth of fresh and processed product sales in international markets.

Languages

It is not always possible to meet 100% of the requirements. If your experience partially matches what we are looking for and you are interested in the position, we would love to meet you.

Beyond meeting every requirement, we value attitude, a willingness to learn, and the motivation to contribute to the team.

So, if you think you could be a good fit, even if you don't meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply.

About ElPozo

ElPozo is a leading Spanish food company specializing in pork products, cured ham, and prepared meats. It is part of Grupo Fuertes, a diversified agri-food group. With a strong domestic market presence and growing international exports, ElPozo operates large production facilities and farms, primarily in the Murcia region, and employs thousands of workers across Spain.

ElPozo's main operations are centered in Alhama de Murcia, where its headquarters and major plants are located. The company offers a range of roles from production and maintenance to commercial and export management, reflecting its integrated value chain. For international professionals, ElPozo provides opportunities in export management, particularly for Asian and European markets, and a chance to work in Spain's dynamic food industry, though most roles require Spanish language proficiency.

Industry
Food
Founded
1954
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
Alhama de Murcia, Spain
In Spain
Alhama de Murcia, Benidorm, Hellín and 3 more
Website
elpozo.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • ElPozo is headquartered in Alhama de Murcia, a town in the Murcia region, which is a key area for Spanish pork production.
  • The company offers roles in export management, particularly for Asia and Europe, which may suit international professionals with language skills.
  • Most operational roles are based in the Murcia region, while some commercial positions are spread across Spain.
  • Spanish language is typically required for most positions, as the company's internal communication is in Spanish.
  • ElPozo is part of Grupo Fuertes, a diversified group that also owns other food and agricultural businesses.

In their own words

About the company & team

ELPOZO Alimentación, with over 70 years of history, is the food brand with the greatest presence in Spanish households. We are committed to innovation, quality, and the development of healthy, nutritious food, bringing our products to consumers around the world.

Additional information

At Grupo Corporativo Fuertes, S.L., we have a Gender Equality Plan in force, which reflects our firm commitment to equal treatment and opportunities in access to employment, professional promotion, and personal development. We actively work to guarantee a diverse, inclusive work environment free from any form of discrimination.

We value talent in all its forms and believe that the diversity of experiences, perspectives, and abilities enriches our organization and contributes to better results. Therefore, we continue to promote measures that foster genuine equality, co-responsibility, and respect, ensuring that all people have the same opportunities to grow and develop professionally within the company.

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