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International Business Director with German Language Skills

On-site in Gipuzkoa·Added 15 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

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Work mode: On-site, Gipuzkoa
Contract: Permanent
English: Required
Other languages: German
Experience: 5+ years
Education: University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

At least 5 years of experience as an Area Manager / Export Manager in international B2B technical sales within the industrial sector.
A demonstrable track record of opening markets, developing business, and closing agreements with international industrial clients.
German B2.2 or higher, English, both essential.
Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or International Trade.
Availability for travel.
Experience in creating or leading commercial teams and agent networks.
French or other languages.
Experience managing commercial processes with CRM.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Permanent contract in a management position with a direct impact on the group's growth.
Fixed salary package plus variable component linked to objectives.
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The role

Reporting to the Group General Management, you will be responsible for the strategy and results of the group's international business across its two business lines. You will have the autonomy to build the international commercial function and the team.

Industrial group in the metal sector.
Lead the strategy and results of the group's international business.

What you'll do

Reporting to the CEO, your main functions will be:

Define the international commercial strategy and business development plan, aligned with the group's growth objectives and business plan.
Take ownership of sales, margin, and international client portfolio development objectives, with KPI monitoring and corrective measures in case of deviations.
Open markets and capture strategic accounts.
Lead key negotiations and the most relevant offers, in coordination with the technical office and the plants.
Build and lead the commercial team.
Report the pipeline, sales forecast, market and competitor information to the CEO, and propose commercial investment priorities.
Represent the group before strategic clients and at international trade fairs.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews

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About Michael Page España

Michael Page is a global recruitment consultancy and part of PageGroup, one of the world's leading professional recruitment firms. The company specializes in placing mid-to-senior level professionals across a wide range of sectors, including technology, engineering, finance, sales, and human resources. With a strong presence in Spain, Michael Page operates offices in major cities and offers services such as executive search, temporary staffing, and outsourcing solutions.

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About the company & team

Industrial company specializing in the transformation and manufacturing of metallic solutions, with production centers located in different areas of the northern zone. They develop components, welded assemblies, boilermaking equipment, and metallic structures for a wide variety of industrial sectors. In a context of expansion and sustained growth, they seek to strengthen their production capacity and consolidate their presence in new strategic markets.

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