Area Sales Manager
MAVALA International · Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
Apply & track with Apply EdgeWE ARE HIRING: INTERNATIONAL AREA SALES MANAGERTo support the continued development of our international distributor network, we are looking for an International Area Sales Manager with a proven track record in international sales, reporting to our Head of Sales & Marketing. Your region will be defined according to your background and our priorities. This position requires an entrepreuneurial mindset and the ability to build lasting, result-driven partnerships across different markets and cultures.For more than 65 years, MAVALA has been combining Swiss expertise, innovation and scientific excellence to develop high-quality nail care, skincare and beauty products, distributed in nearly 100 countries worldwide. As we prepare MAVALA's next level of international growth, you will be a key contributor to this journey.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES● Manage, support and develop a portfolio of international distributors● Build strong, long-term relationships with these business partners across different markets and cultures● Identify new business opportunities, prospective partners and potential distribution channels, including in markets not yet covered by MAVALA● Define market priorities, commercial objectives and develop marketing, launching and sales plans together with each distributor or region● Drive sales performance and ensure the achievement of agreed targets and KPIs● Prepare sales forecasts, monitor budgets and analyze commercial performance● Conduct regular business reviews and follow up on agreed action plans● Coordinate closely with Marketing, Logistics and other internal departments● Travel internationally on a frequent basis to meet distributors, visit markets and attend trade showsYOUR PROFILEEssential:● Minimum 3 years of experience in international sales, with a demonstrated track record● Proven experience managing distributors, agents or business partners across multiple international markets,● Strong negotiation and relationship-management skills● Ability to analyze sales performance, forecasts, budgets and KPIs● Fluent in English and French, both written and spoken● Full availability for frequent international travel● Willingness to open new markets for MAVALA, whatever their profile, from established economies to fast-growing regions● Dynamic, hungry for results and success: resilient, undeterred by rejection, a refusal or a setback, and able to turn it into an opportunityAdditional advantages:● Strong experience in the cosmetics, beauty or personal care industry● Additional languages● Existing knowledge of a specific international market or regionWHAT MAVALA OFFERSA strategic position with real responsibility and autonomy, close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team at our Geneva headquarters, and the opportunity to contribute visibly to MAVALA's international growth.Full-time positionLocation: Geneva, SwitzerlandStarting date: as soon as possibleIf you already have solid experience in international sales and are looking to build on it, with a strong drive for results and performance, we would be delighted to hear from you.Please apply only by email to talents@mavala.com, with your CV and a short cover letter.