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Business Development Manager - Exhibitions & Events Location London (City) - 3 days a week office, 2 day remote Languages Fluent in English About the Company Our client is a specialist, international exhibition and events company to the food and drink sector. They work with major international food brands and products, organising superb, specialist exhibitions, trade fairs and events across Europe dedicated to the fantastic sector of international foods and cuisine. The Role of the Business Development Manager We are now seeking a highly ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Manager to join their London-based sales team. This role will focus on selling exhibition stands for their flagship show decidated to the international food and cuisine sector, with a specific remit to grow and develop the UK exhibitor base. Their major show sits at the heart of a fast-growing and dynamic food sector. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced exhibition sales professional to play a key role in expanding their footprint within this thriving sector and to build long term relationships with leading and emerging brands. Working closely to the CEO, your role will include the following typical tasks and responsibilities: Proactively sell exhibition stand space for the main European show, with a primary focus on UK-based exhibitors Identify, target, and convert new business opportunities within the UK foodservice sector Grow and manage a strong pipeline of prospective exhibitors through outbound sales activity (calls, emails, meetings) Develop and maintain long-term relationships with existing and returning exhibitors Achieve and exceed individual and team sales targets and KPIs Maintain accurate records of sales activity using the company CRM system Work closely with the Sales Director and wider team to develop sales strategies and market positioning Represent company at the European show professionally at industry events when required Stay informed on trends, key players, and developments within the UK foodservice market Candidate background Fluent in English Experience selling exhibition stand space Strong track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets Excellent communication and negotiation skills Confident, persuasive telephone manner and strong closing ability Highly organised with strong time management and pipeline management skills Comfortable working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment Self motivated, proactive, and results-focused Commercially minded with a consultative sales approach Salary & Benefits Base salary of c£50,000 + bonus and commission - OTE c£70,000 (% per sale).

A leading luxury fashion accessories company is seeking an eCommerce Merchandising Executive who speaks German. This hybrid role involves managing the German language website and developing strategies for the DACH sales markets. The ideal candidate will have experience in digital merchandising and marketing. Responsibilities include monitoring KPIs, translating content, and collaborating with teams to enhance the customer experience. A competitive salary of £35,000 - £45,000 plus benefits is offered.

eCommerce Merchandising Executive - German speaking Location London. Hybrid (3 days a week in the London office, 2 days remote/work from home) Language Requirements Fluency in German and English About the Company Our client is one of the fastest growing luxury fashion accessories companies in Europe, selling a stunning range of products across online platforms in the UK & Europe. They also have beautiful boutique stores in London, Berlin and Paris to enhance the brand. The Role As their eCommerce Merchandising Executive - German speaking, you will work with the Global e-Comm Manager to develop the online strategy for the German speaking sales markets and online sites (DACH - Germany, Switzerland and Austria). You will manage the German language website and analyse performance to drive growth. Key Responsibilities Manage daily operations of the German language site, ensuring accurate promotions, product listings, SEO and translations Support the online trading plan to boost revenue and conversion Translate and adapt content into German, including product descriptions and marketing campaigns Monitor KPIs (traffic, conversion, AOV, sales, etc.), preparing reports with actionable insights using GA4 and HotJar Partner with digital marketing teams to deliver campaigns, SEO initiatives, newsletters and paid media tailored to the German market Benchmark competitor activity to uncover opportunities for growth and differentiation Partner with customer service teams to deliver a seamless experience for German speaking customers Candidate Profile Fluent in German and English - both written and spoken Experience in a similar e-commerce or digital merchandising/marketing management role Strong understanding of German online consumer behaviour and digital trends. Experience with CMS, e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento, or similar), and Google Analytics Basic knowledge of SEO, PPC, and digital marketing principles Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy Salary & Benefits Negotiable - £35,000 - £45,000 + excellent benefits (28 days holiday plus public holidays, Birthday holiday, shopping discounts, wellness benefits )

Ein führendes Luxusmodeunternehmen in Großbritannien sucht einen engagierten German speaking eCommerce Executive. In dieser Rolle werden Sie die Online-Strategie für die deutschsprachigen Märkte entwickeln und umsetzen, die deutsche Website verwalten und Kundenserviceteams unterstützen. Sie sollten fließend Deutsch und Englisch sprechen sowie Erfahrungen im eCommerce oder digitalem Marketing mitbringen. Das Gehalt liegt zwischen £35.000 und £45.000 und umfasst 28 Urlaubstage, einen zusätzlichen Urlaubstag an Ihrem Geburtstag sowie persönliche Einkaufsrabatte und Wellness-Vorteile.