French Speaking Regional Sales Manager - Paris & Northern France

LANGUAGES

French and good business English

LOCATION

Paris (1-2 daysa week in the office) + regular travel in Northern France (Field-Based). YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN 1 HOUR OF PARIS (Head Office location)

THE COMPANY

Our client is a well established international manufacturer. As part of continued expansion, they are looking to recruit a French Speaking Regional Sales Manager to support, coach and develop franchise partners across Paris, Île-de-France and Northern France, while helping to grow an established and expanding business network.

THE JOB

As the French Speaking Regional Business Manager to be you will be responsible for supporting both new and established franchise partners, helping them maximise sales performance, profitability and long-term business growth. You'll spend the majority of your time visiting franchisees, delivering sales coaching, identifying commercial opportunities and ensuring each business achieves its full potential.

Following a comprehensive induction programme, you'll become an expert in the company's products, sales processes and franchise model, enabling you to provide practical commercial support and strategic business guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a portfolio of franchise businesses across Paris and Northern France
• Coach, mentor and support franchise partners to improve sales performance and profitability
• Deliver field-based sales coaching and business development support
• Organise regional sales meetings and business reviews
• Set SMART objectives and monitor franchise performance
• Analyse business performance and identify growth opportunities
• Deliver product, sales and commercial training programmes
• Support the recruitment and onboarding of new franchise partners
• Build strong relationships with independent business owners
• Prepare business reports and present performance updates to senior management
• Travel regularly throughout your region to provide hands-on business support

CANDIDATE SKILLS AND PROFILE

• Fluent French (native or business level)
• Previous experience in: Regional Business Management, Area Sales Management, Business Development, Field Sales, Franchise Development, Account Management, Sales Management
• Proven ability to build strong customer and business relationships
• Excellent coaching, mentoring and communication skills
• Commercial awareness with strong analytical abilities
• Highly organised with excellent planning and time management skills
• Comfortable working independently in a field-based role
• Full driving licence
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout Northern France
• Live within 1 hour of Paris head office

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• Competitive salary of €40,000-€55,000
• Company vehicle
• Mobile phone and laptop
• Comprehensive induction and training programme
• Ongoing coaching and professional development
• Career progression opportunities within an international business
• Permanent CDI contract

APPLY NOW

Please submit your CV together with a brief cover letter outlining your experience, achievements and suitability for the role.

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