Export Sales Manager

VACANCY: Export Sales Manager

LOCATION: Home-based with travel to AVK UK sites when necessary

ABOUT US:

AVK UK Limited is part of the AVK Group; who are market leaders in the design, manufacture and supply of valves, pipe fittings, hydrants and flow control equipment to the Water, Waste Water, Oil and Gas industries throughout the world.

AVK UK is seeking an experienced Export Sales Manager to lead the growth of our export sales across key global markets including the Middle East, Europe, Australia, the Caribbean, Canada, and Hong Kong.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

You will be responsible for driving the sales of UK-manufactured valves and fittings to agents, distributors, contractors, and AVK sister companies. This role requires strategic planning, relationship building, and international travel to represent AVK UK globally.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver and exceed business plan revenue and margin targets
• Maximise the sales mix of AVK products
• Foster strong relationships with key international stakeholders
• Have clear vision and goals aligned with current export market trends, with the ability to share and influence key initiatives and contribute towards the overall sales strategy.
•  Drive cross-border collaboration within the AVK Group

ABOUT YOU

• Proven track record in international B2B sales
• Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills
• Strategic thinker with commercial acumen
• Experience in the water, gas, or industrial products sector is advantageous
• Willingness to travel internationally

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A culture of shared values, goals, attitudes and business growth
• Employee Assistance Programme (Welfare and Wellbeing)
• Competitive salary
• Company car
• Remote working
• 33 days holiday (including statutory Public Holidays)
• Life Assurance plan (x3)
• Company pension plan
• Discounts and cashback across many high-street and online retailers (Supermarkets, Entertainment, Fashion, Days Out, Technology, Home and Travel)
• A blend of training to help your career development

We know that our people make the difference in the AVK Group, and we are looking for skilled, passionate, and driven professionals to work with our inspirational leaders; to promote our culture, enable change and champion a lean environment.