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International Projects Sales Manager
International trade offers exceptional prospects for ambitious professionals. The International Projects Sales Manager is the embodiment of this global dynamic, steering business development in foreign markets. This strategic profession combines commercial expertise, international vision and the management of complex projects to propel companies towards new horizons.
The business
What is an International Projects Sales Manager?
Its role
The International Projects Sales Manager manages the company’s commercial development in foreign markets. You will manage a portfolio of international customers and develop sales strategies tailored to the specific characteristics of each geographical area. Your mission: to turn international opportunities into lasting commercial successes.
Its field of action
As an International Projects Sales Manager, you will work in a stimulating multicultural environment. You’ll work with local teams, foreign partners and customers from a wide range of backgrounds. This diversity enriches your daily professional life and develops your intercultural skills. Your expertise will enable you to analyse emerging markets, negotiate with international prospects and adapt your sales approach to geopolitical contexts. This versatility makes you a key player in your company’s international expansion strategy.
The functions
What are the duties of an International Projects Sales Manager?
Your day-to-day work will involve strategic negotiations, market analysis and developing international partnerships.
You will develop and manage a portfolio of predominantly international customers
You develop commercial strategies tailored to target markets
You negotiate contracts, taking account of specific cultural and regulatory factors
You analyse the geopolitical and economic factors influencing your business
You draw up financial forecasts for international projects
You adapt contracts to import-export operations
You maintain privileged relations with foreign customers
You monitor the profitability of commercial projects
Qualifications
The qualities and skills needed to be a good International Projects Sales Manager
International commercial expertise
Your mastery of sales and negotiation techniques is adaptable to multicultural contexts. You understand the challenges of international trade and are familiar with the legal aspects of cross-border transactions.
Cultural and linguistic intelligence
Your ability to adapt to different cultures is a major asset. You can communicate effectively in several languages and understand the cultural codes of your international contacts.
Strategic and analytical vision
You can analyse international markets accurately and anticipate geopolitical developments. This global vision enables you to identify opportunities and assess commercial risks.
The benefits
What are the advantages of working as an International Projects Sales Manager?
This job gives you a direct impact on the international growth of French companies. You will contribute to France’s economic influence while developing strategic partnerships. This gives you a particularly rewarding sense of professional and personal fulfilment in an increasingly globalised world.
Your expertise is rapidly becoming sought after on the job market. The autonomy you’ll enjoy and the prospects of moving up to international sales manager or export manager positions will enrich your career path. This specialisation also opens the door to international mobility and the management of multicultural teams.
Remuneration
International Projects Sales Manager: salary and career development
The job offers attractive and progressive remuneration. At the start of your career, you can expect to earn between €35,000 and €42,000 gross per annum. After a few years’ experience, this salary rises to between €55,000 and €65,000 gross per annum, rising to as much as €90,000 gross per annum for senior profiles.
In addition, there are often significant benefits, including a company car, bonuses for sales targets, profit-sharing and reduced working hours. Your career prospects could take you to international sales manager, export manager or foreign subsidiary manager.
Up to
90 000€
Salary per year
Training courses
How do I get to be an International Projects Sales Manager?
Our training courses
To become an International Projects Sales Manager, join a recognised school like INSEEC. Our teaching methods combine academic excellence and professional immersion to train future leaders in international business.
For example, you could opt for the MSc International Business Management
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