BGA
Export Sales Development Manager
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Company Description
BGA is a long-established British supplier with over 95 years of OEM heritage, specializing in premium Engine and Steering parts. All products are engineered and tested in the UK to meet or exceed original equipment quality standards, giving customers confidence in performance and reliability. The company focuses on innovation, rigorous testing, and consistent quality across its product range. BGA serves a broad international customer base and continues to expand its presence in export markets, offering attractive opportunities for growth-focused professionals.
Role Description
The Export Sales Development Manager is a full-time role. This role is responsible for developing and expanding BGA’s export sales, including identifying new markets, nurturing existing international customer relationships, and managing distributor networks. Day-to-day tasks include prospecting and qualifying leads, negotiating terms, and following up to secure orders. The role also involves conducting market research, monitoring competitor activity, attending industry events or trade shows, and coordinating closely with internal teams such as logistics, product management, and finance to ensure efficient order fulfillment. The Export Sales Development Manager will track sales performance, prepare regular reports, and contribute to strategic planning for targeted growth in key regions.
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- Proven experience in export or international sales development, ideally within automotive or engineered components.
- Strong skills in customer relationship management, negotiation, and account development.
- Ability to conduct market research, analyze data, and translate insights into actionable sales strategies.
- Comfort with using CRM systems, MS Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint), and digital communication tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present confidently to international stakeholders.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities, with a focus on meeting targets and deadlines.
- Willingness to travel internationally 50% of the time and to work effectively in a hybrid office/remote setup.
- Knowledge of export processes, incoterms, pricing structures, and international trade regulations is an advantage.
- Additional language skills and prior experience working with distributors or OEMs are beneficial.
- Languages: English / French / German / Spanish or any other
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