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Export Manager

On-site in Bilbao·Added 3 months ago (last checked 26 Oct)

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Michael Page España

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Work mode: On-site, Bilbao
Contract: Permanent
English: Required
Education: University degree

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Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Joining a consolidated industrial company with a strong international presence.
Strategic project with significant weight in international markets.
Attractive conditions.
Work location in the Bilbao area.

The role

Lead and develop the company's international activity, driving profitable sales growth in export markets through the management, coordination, and monitoring of the international sales team, the network of distributors and importers, and the execution of the commercial plans defined by the Commercial Management.

Management of an export sales team.
Commercial profile to directly manage certain accounts.

What you'll do

Lead, coordinate, and develop the Export team, ensuring the achievement of commercial targets.
Monitor team performance through management indicators (KPIs), establishing action plans and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support and assist export area managers in the day-to-day management of clients, distributors, and international importers.
Identify new business opportunities and develop markets with a clear hunter orientation, without losing the ability to retain and grow existing accounts.
Design and implement the international commercial strategy in coordination with the Commercial Management.
Manage the network of distributors and importers, strengthening commercial relationships and ensuring a high level of service.
Analyze the evolution of different markets and identify growth opportunities.
Participate in high-level commercial negotiations and in periodic visits to clients and distributors.
Coordinate actions with other departments (Operations, Marketing, Engineering, Technical Service, etc.) to ensure the success of international projects.
Prepare commercial reports and present business performance to Management.

Who are we looking for (M/F/D)?

University degree, preferably in Business Administration, International Trade, Engineering, or a related field.
Languages: English is essential. Italian will be valued.
Consolidated experience in positions of responsibility within the Export area in industrial companies.
Previous experience leading international sales teams.
Ability to set objectives, monitor performance through KPIs, and develop the team's potential.
Profile clearly oriented toward results and international business development.
Accustomed to working with networks of distributors and importers.
Strong negotiation skills, leadership, and influence.
Availability to travel internationally.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews

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Consultant contact
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If they see that your experience and motivations fit the values and needs of a hiring company, they will contact you to start the selection process: they will learn about your expectations, answer your questions and help you prepare for each stage of the process.
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With a client company
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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.

Industry: Staffing

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About the company & team

Company specialized in weighing solutions, with a wide presence in the retail and industrial sectors. Its main activity revolves around the development and commercialization of intelligent weighing equipment, labeling, data capture, and management software that allow for process automation, improved traceability, and business operation optimization.

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