We are looking for an International Trader for a fast-growing FMCG company based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a French-speaking market portfolio and build long-term commercial relationships across France, Belgium, Switzerland, and other Francophone regions. The role is ideal for a driven commercial professional who thrives in international trade, negotiation, and business development.

About the company

Our client is a fast-growing FMCG trading company that works with a diverse network of customers across Europe and beyond. The company helps leading consumer brands reach markets outside their usual distribution channels through tailored supply-chain and commercial solutions across personal care, household products, and food and beverage categories.

What will you do?

• Continuously analyze French-speaking markets and identify new business opportunities across France, Belgium, Switzerland, and other Francophone regions.
• Establish new trading relationships with clients and suppliers to expand your portfolio.
• Create and send out offers, follow up on leads and negotiations, and monitor and finalize pending orders.
• Negotiate pricing, payment, and delivery terms with both new and existing partners.
• Develop strong market insights and become a specialist in your market by mastering pricing, products, and margin optimization.
• Work closely with the in-house Supply Chain team to ensure seamless order processing and delivery.
• Travel regularly to meet clients and suppliers in French-speaking markets, attend trade shows, and build long-term relationships in person.

Requirements

• Residing in or near Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
• In possession of a valid EU work permit.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably in a commercially related field.
• 0–5 years of experience in sales, purchasing, or business development.
• Native or near-native French speaker with fluency in English.
• Additional languages such as Dutch or German are a strong plus.
• Confident in cold calling and approaching new people.
• Comfortable working with a high level of freedom and responsibility.
• Driven, ambitious, and resilient, with a strong performance mindset.
• Able to remain composed when facing obstacles and challenging circumstances.
• Energized by regular travel to French-speaking countries to meet business relations, attend trade shows, and build long-term partnerships.

What you’re offered

• A full-time contract of 40 hours per week.
• An uncapped bonus scheme.
• A personalized growth plan with strong career development opportunities.
• A customized approach for your market, where your input is highly valued.
• A company culture built on openness and honesty, with significant space for creativity and entrepreneurial thinking.
• Regular travel to France, Belgium, Switzerland, and other Francophone markets.
• The opportunity to attend international trade shows and build a strong commercial network.
• Team events and a yearly company weekend.
• Friday drinks in one of the many bars near the office on the Amsterdam canals.

This role offers the chance to build a market as your own and grow within a company where ownership, ambition, and commercial drive are highly valued. For someone who enjoys international trade, negotiation, and relationship-building, this is a strong opportunity to accelerate their commercial career.

Worldwiders Global Recruitment

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