What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Manager US (new account acquisition) position at Expert Executive Recruiters (EER Global)?
About the Company
Our client is a global company within the FMCG industry, with an established international presence and strong commercial traction across multiple markets, particularly in LATAM. The business already operates with a proven product portfolio, existing customers, and a scalable commercial model. The US is a key strategic growth market, and the company is now focused on accelerating its growing and strengthening its commercial footprint in the region.
About the Role
This is a highly visible, high-ownership individual contributor role, focused on driving commercial growth in the US market.
You will take ownership of developing and expanding the company’s product portfolio across the US, working closely with senior leadership and the international commercial team. The role offers a strong level of autonomy and direct impact on business performance, without people management responsibilities. The role is great for commercially ambitious professionals who want to take ownership, grow a market, and directly influence business success.
What You’ll Do
- Drive commercial growth of the company’s product portfolio in the US market
- Expand and develop the company’s US customer base
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities across distributors, retailers, and key accounts
- Build and manage strong relationships with strategic customers and partners
- Lead commercial negotiations and close new deals
- Represent the company in the US market, acting as a key commercial point of contact
- Collaborate closely with the international commercial team to align on growth initiatives
What We’re Looking For
- 4–8 years of experience in sales, business development, or commercial roles within FMCG or a related industry
- Proven track record of winning new business and growing customer relationships
- Strong commercial drive with a clear “hunter” mindset
- Hands-on, proactive, and comfortable operating independently
- Motivated by ownership, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a visible impact
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Strong level of Spanish language (verbal and written) is a huge plus
The company offers
- Leading sales on the US market, being the focal point for revenue growth
- High visibility within the organisation and direct exposure to senior leadership
- Opportunity to play a key role in accelerating the company’s US growth
- A commercially focused role with real impact on revenue and business expansion
- Autonomy and flexibility in how you approach the market
- Long-term career growth within a growing international business
- Support from an experienced and established global commercial team