Commercial Account Manager/Sourcing Manager – French Speaking
- East Midlands
- Permanent
- Full-time
This company are a market leader in eco-friendly lighting, heating and cooling solutions for the home.
- They are seeking a commercially driven, French-speaking Account and Sourcing Manager to manage and grow key retail and trade accounts while leading sourcing projects for new and existing product ranges.
- This role combines customer relationship management with hands-on product sourcing, including travel to China to meet with suppliers and oversee production.
- Manage and grow sales within assigned retail and trade accounts, particularly French-speaking markets.
- Develop tailored product proposals and category strategies for key customers.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and promotional activity to maximise account profitability.
- Source products from international suppliers (UK, Europe, and China), ensuring competitive pricing, quality, and compliance.
- Manage supplier relationships, including onboarding, audits, and ongoing performance.
- Oversee the full product development process from concept to launch, including packaging, specifications, and approvals.
- Monitor category performance, market trends, and competitor activity to identify opportunities.
- Fluent in French and English (written and spoken).
- Proven experience in account management and/or product sourcing within consumer goods, retail supply, or related industries.
- Experience in supplier management and international sourcing, ideally including China.
- Willingness to travel internationally, including regular trips to China and France.