Freitag is looking for a business development manager to join its office in Paris.

With a sewing machine in the kitchen and a bathtub laundry, Freitag has been developing, producing and distributing bags and accessories made from used truck tarpaulins worldwide since 1993. We are guided by the circular economy and our manifesto: We think and act in cycles.

As the ad interim business development manager for France and the UK, you will be responsible for advancing the Freitag brand locally, with a specific focus on maintaining and expanding our existing wholesale (WHS) network and revenue.

In this role, you will be based in Paris, working remotely in close cooperation with our Zurich HQ. Your main sparring partner will be the Global WHS Lead. Working independently, managing your own agenda and travelling regularly to visit existing customers and prospects will be fundamental aspects of your routine.

Your mission:

smooth transition: take over all tasks, goals, and projects from the team member going on maternity leave
network growth: maintain and grow our WHS network in France and the UK, with specific sales and marketing project assignments in Paris
strategic contribution: contribute to sharpening the expansion action plans for both markets
dealer support: provide a premium level of support and training to the existing dealer network by visiting them regularly to present new products and collections, monitor and improve the visual
merchandising of Freitag products and continuously train them on the brand, product lines and material development
travel and agenda management: organise your agenda and travel plans autonomously (travel can be up to 70% during peak times)
reporting, forecasting and analysis: Create and evaluate various reports and analyses, including new product sales forecasts, customers’ yearly budgeting, and product sell-out performance
financial alignment: support our finance department in maintaining a healthy payment flow with local customers
market activation: drive market activation through organising local events, sales promotions, opinion leader (OPL) seeding etc.

Your backpack:

you have a minimum of three to five years’ professional experience in the wholesale fashion or design industries, paired with a strong local retail network
you are based in Paris
you have proven experience in managing and growing key accounts
you like to travel (professionally) and have the availability to be on the road up to 70% of the time during peak periods
you are a visionary, strong sales personality who can work independently and stay organised across different roles
you are able to flawlessly mix strategic vision with a hands-on approach, ensuring projects are executed professionally and on time
you have a strong flair for numbers, with the ability to easily develop sales plans, forecasts and action plans
you have a good eye for visual merchandising and a willingness to provide hands-on support to customers
you are familiar with Google Suite, proficient in Excel and experienced with ERP and ordering systems
you speak fluent French and English; German is a plus
you have a genuine affinity for the Freitag brand

What we offer:

flexibility and remote work
competitive salary and all travel expenses covered
full training
free day on your birthday
internal and external employee events
F-Crew discount and annual WOWcher on all Freitag products

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