Key Skills

Job Description

Global Export Manager The Hair Couture Group is an internationally operating company with a global presence across multiple channels and markets. For our headquarters in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, we are looking for a Global Export Manager to strengthen our commercial team. We are building an international house of brands in haircare with a strong focus on premium positioning, innovation and omnichannel growth. We develop, distribute and scale multiple brands and concepts, each with its own identity, target audience and growth strategy. Our ambition is to create a powerful portfolio of complementary brands, with international distributors and retail partners playing a central role in reaching and growing our global consumer base. Brand experience and commercial excellence are at the core of everything we do. As Global Export Manager you will join the sales team and be responsible for growing our international distributor network. You will develop strategic plans together with Balmain Hair partners, maximizing sales and profitability for Balmain Hair and our other brands. Make a difference. Recognize and develop the strength of our brands. Job description • Manage and support our international distributors in reaching their objectives • Formulate and execute a strategic year plan with each distributor, within agreed budgets • Take responsibility for turnover and gross profit margin • Work closely with the Marketing team to execute brand strategies that drive continued growth • Generate creative ideas and identify opportunities to maximize business growth • Actively participate in monthly team meetings and contribute to commercial priorities • Translate the company’s strategic objectives into clear plans and actions for each market • Manage and deliver top- and bottom-line sales in line with distribution and channel strategies We offer: • The opportunity to be part of a growing international company • The possibility to play an important role in the success and growth of the company • A full-time position • The possibility to work hybrid • A salary based on experience and an additional bonus scheme Your profile: • Experience and understanding of international business development • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent • Experience working with distributors, preferably in the beauty industry • Ability to analyse sales, competitor and market data and translate insights into business recommendations • Experience in achieving budgeted sales and profit growth targets • 2–5 years’ experience in account management or export sales • Strong negotiation skills and commercial reasoning • Ability to understand strategic business objectives and develop and implement appropriate plans • Excellent collaboration, teamwork and communication skills in English • A relationship builder with impact, an energetic “can do” attitude and willingness to travel If you are passionate about international sales and ready for a new challenge, we are looking for you. Apply today and become a valued member of the team working together to achieve the company’s growth and success. We kindly ask agencies not to contact us regarding this vacancy.

Core Responsibilities

Manage and grow the international distributor network by developing market plans, supporting partners, and delivering sales and gross profit targets. Work with Marketing and the wider commercial team to execute brand strategies, identify growth opportunities, and translate company objectives into market actions.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent and 2–5 years of experience in account management or export sales, preferably working with distributors in the beauty industry. Candidates should bring strong analytical, negotiation, planning, communication, and collaboration skills, along with a willingness to travel.

Benefits

• Bonus Scheme
• Hybrid Work Option