International Sales Manager

Exciting International Sales Manager opportunity - Join an award-winning, sustainable brand!

Are you a dynamic international sales professional with experience in branded consumer goods? Do you have a proven track record of driving sales in international markets ? Are you passionate about working for a fast-growing, environmentally responsible company that is making a real impact? If so, we want to hear from you!

Why Join Black + Blum?

Black + Blum is an innovative and award-winning consumer products business with a mission to design premium, eco-friendly products that are built to last. Established in 1998 by design graduates Dan Black and Martin Blum, our brand is dedicated to reducing single-use plastics by offering stylish and functional alternatives for food and drink on the go. Our aim is to turn everyday food and drink moments from the ordinary to the extraordinary! As proud members of 1% for the Planet, we contribute 1% of our sales to a London-based food charity - City Harvest -, reinforcing our commitment to sustainability.

As our International Sales Manager, you will play a crucial role in managing and growing relationships with international distributors, USA retail customers, and key UK accounts. Reporting to the Director of Sales, you will drive brand awareness, increase sales, and maximise new business opportunities.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage and develop relationships with designated international distributors to expand market presence.
• Drive B2B retail account growth in the USA market.
• Manage and strengthen relationships with key UK retail accounts.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities to drive revenue and brand expansion.
• Introduce and promote new product launches to key accounts.
• Utilise the company’s ERP systems to monitor orders, inventory, and customer information.
• Conduct market research, sales prospecting, and targeted promotions to drive growth.
• Develop a deep understanding of our product range, market trends, and sustainability-driven mission.

What we’re looking for:

• 4-5 years of account management experience in international sales, working with distributors and retail accounts.
• Experience selling into the USA retail market, within the consumer durables sector.
• Amazon marketplace experience would be a significant advantage
• A strong work ethic, with a passion for identifying and developing new business opportunities.
• Ability to work independently and proactively, setting priorities without constant supervision.
• Excellent organisational skills, with experience using ERP or similar systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and represent the brand effectively.
• High level of numeracy skills, with a solid understanding of pricing, profit, and margin metrics.
• A genuine passion for design, sustainability, and premium products, as well as awareness of environmental and ecological trends.
• A team player with a friendly, adaptable personality, who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

What we offer:

• A competitive salary package designed to attract top talent.
• Hybrid working model: 3 days in our Central London office (SE1 0RB), 2 days remote.
• The opportunity to work with a passionate and entrepreneurial team.
• A role with a company that prioritises sustainability and innovation.
• A chance to make a tangible impact with a growing international brand.

How to apply:

If you’re excited about this opportunity and ready to take your career to the next level, send your CV and a brief cover note to Saul Bainton at Cavendish Maine.

Reference: SBB/030425

Candidate care:

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If your application is successful we will contact you to discuss the opportunity in more detail, within 48 hours of receiving your application.

Should you not hear from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please be advised that if unsuccessful for this role we may keep your details in our hold file, during which time you may be contacted for other suitable vacancies. If you do not want us to do this please call us to advise.

In the meantime, we would like to thank you for your interest in Cavendish Maine.