« Exports Manager»

It’s been a whole century since the first KYKNOS can, appeared in Greek households. Since then much has changed. However, in all these years the consumers’ love and trust in KYKNOS have undoubtedly been enduring.  

 Our vision

“To grow by evolving into a more socially conscious food company offering natural, plant-based and tasty products in an ethical and sustainable way throughout the food chain from farmers to consumers. To achieve this, we commit to closely cooperate with farmers, the scientific community, and available technologies (i.e. smart farming, robotics, etc.) to improve and increase the production of agricultural products, while delivering a more sustainable planet to the next generation.”

Kyknos team having an extended presence in production of food, is looking forward to recruit an EXPORTS MANAGER for the Head office team, in Athens.

The position is full time with indefinite duration, reporting to Commercial Director.

Join us and be part of KYKNOS team, join a developing food company in a pleasant working environment, with main emphasis to respect, within a people oriented approach.

Main responsibilities of the position

The Export Manager will be accountable to achieve  the sales & profitability targets of international businesses by developing and managing commercial relationships with current and future customers.

• Support and grow the corporate Business plan, on behalf of Exports
• Identify export opportunities for growth. Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders (partners, distributors).
• Grow KYKNOS sales into existing and new markets
• Establish the Brand name of Kyknos to countries, other than Greece
• Build on relationships with country suppliers and stakeholders
• Drive and secure commercial agreements with distribution partners, in full alignment with agreed export commercial guidelines
• Support the needs (strategic, tactical) of partners
• Data analysis and reporting based on progress vs budget
• Risk analysis and opportunities for further development
• Coordinate the company's export operations
• Invest approx. 30% of working time in international trips in current & potential markets

The position offers competitive salary according to qualifications, performance bonus, health insurance program, extra benefits. A dynamic and growing environment, offering opportunities for further development and support.

 Knowledge and Technical skills

• University / Master degree based on Business Administration, Marketing or relevant field
• Proven experience of 3 to 5 years, in international export sales
• Understanding of FMCG product & channel strategies, ideally Food industry is a plus
• Excellent knowledge of the English language
• Excellent Knowledge in Microsoft Office
• Travelling opportunities
• Experience in developing new clients – new markets
• Knowledge of export regulations, documentation, and procedures

Soft skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Growth attitude and team player
• Challenging mindset and strong in negotiations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Organizational skills and prioritization setting
• Multi tasker and flexibility approach
• Innovative and out of the box thinking
• Spirit of curiosity to identify new markets