International Business Development Manager

Job Description FRENCH SELECTION (FS)International Business Development ManagerLocation: Blackburn - Lancashire - North of ManchesterHybrid working - must be based within easy travelling distance of Blackburn - Manchester, Lancashire, North West, West Yorkshire, etc.Willing and able to travel up to 50% of the timeSalary: Circa 50,000 per annum basic depending on experience plus company car and bonusRef: 4318GSTo apply using our preferred format, please visit French Selection website, see link below, go to the vacancies page, search job reference: 4318GSWebsite: www.french-selection.co.ukA leading and innovative manufacturer and supplier of products used within a variety of industries serving a broad international customer baseMain duties: An opportunity to accelerate revenue growth across designated international markets by securing new business opportunities and developing existing accounts, while delivering both technical expertise and commercial support to customers.The role:- Drive revenue growth across designated international regions through new business development and account expansion- Identify and develop new business opportunities, partners, and markets through research and lead generation- Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with new and existing customers- Execute regional sales plans and budgets in line with business KPIs- Provide technical, commercial, and sales support to customers and prospects- Collaborate with internal teams to meet customer needs- Analyse and report market insights, performance data, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership- Coordinate cross-functional support to ensure timely and accurate delivery against customer requirements- Represent the company at industry events, delivering presentations and promoting solutions to stakeholders- Travel to customers within the designated regionThe candidate:- Fluent in either German / Central & Eastern European or Turkish language skills preferred- Applications are welcome from candidates without additional language skills- B2B sales experience required ideally within a manufacturing environment- Strong background in business development and account management- Excellent communication and negotiation skills- Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships across international markets- Strong analytical and commercial acumen- Willing and able to travel up to 50% of the timeThe salary: Circa 50,000 per annum basic depending on experience plus company car and bonuslanguages such as: Czech, Hungarian, Polish, Romanian, Bulgarian, Lithuanian, Latvian, Estonian, Slovenian, etc.

Created: 2026-04-30