BM - German Speaking Export Assistant

Placement:BM - German Speaking Export Assistant
Placement Location:Northampton
Application Deadline:29th February 2012

Vacancy Description

  

Preferred start date: a.s.a.p

Duration: 6 months

The Host Company

The company is an international brand leader in the re-useable cotton nappy market and is actively persuading parents across the globe to change from using disposable to reusable (washable) nappies. From a small company originally set up in Northamptonshire, they now sell their nappies and accessories worldwide with distributors and major retailers across Europe and the rest of the world stocking their products.

The Placement

With an excellent command of English and advanced knowledge of German languages, and an organised, outgoing and self-motivated approach, the student will provide support to the international sales team, liaising with their distributors on a regular basis. The student should have a creative flair to provide marketing support to the business, managing distributors and working closely with internal teams regarding design and branding. The company currently works with 40 distributors worldwide; therefore direct communication and relationship building are key aspects to this role. The successful candidate will also help by translating documents and various marketing materials. There are two key events during the year for the International Department. The Distributors Conference that is held in the spring in the UK and the Kind + Jugend Nursery Fair in Germany which is held in September. Depending on the duration of the placement, the successful candidate will be involved in organising and possibly attending these events. There are also 3 major consumer shows during the year which the student will be required to attend. Altogether, these create a great opportunity to learn more about distributors and the end consumers who are using the products.

The Ideal Student

•       Preferably a graduate or an undergraduate nearing completion of his/her studies of an International Business or Marketing degree.

•        Excellent English and German language skills both, written and spoken.

•       Positive and confident telephone manner, ability to use own initiative, a creative flair and strong communication skills.

•      Should possess a strong understanding of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint programmes, and should also be affluent in carrying out in depth online research. 

•        Outgoing, flexible and enthusiastic personality.

•        Previous work experience is essential, preferably within an office environment and where the student has proven experience of using their initiative and working well with others.

•         Must be independent and confident to build and develop relationships

•         Ideal candidate must be able to work on their own initiative within a busy department.