FRENCH SELECTION (FS)
French speaking International Contracts & Procurement Manager
Location: Guildford area, Surrey - South London
Salary: £45,000 to £60,000 pa
Ref: 754PM
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The company:
An established international trading company specialising in the supply of equipment and materials to customers worldwide, working with international clients, suppliers and financial institutions.
Main duties:
Managing international projects from initial enquiry through to completion, coordinating customers, suppliers and internal teams, overseeing commercial activities, monitoring budgets and deadlines, and ensuring successful project delivery.
The role:
- Manage international projects and contracts from enquiry through to delivery and completion.
- Coordinate customers, suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring contractual obligations and deadlines are met.
- Liaise with international clients, banks and Export Credit Agencies (ECAs), supporting export finance applications.
- Oversee procurement, supplier engagement, quotations and order placement.
- Monitor project budgets, costs, cash flow and payment milestones.
- Coordinate manufacturing, inspections, shipping, logistics and delivery.
- Review commercial contracts and technical specifications.
- Identify project risks, manage delays and implement corrective actions.
- Prepare project updates and maintain strong relationships with international stakeholders.
- Support and coordinate project management consultants, with potential for wider team management responsibilities.
The candidate:
- Fluent French and English, with excellent communication skills.
- Solid experience in project or contract management.
- Background in international trade, commodities, procurement, capital equipment or a similar commercial environment.
- Strong commercial awareness and understanding of international trading processes.
- Good financial understanding, including the ability to interpret P&L statements and balance sheets.
- Knowledge of Incoterms, international shipping, payment terms and logistics.
- Experience dealing with international customers, suppliers and multiple stakeholders.
- Knowledge of export finance, UK Export Finance (UKEF) and European Export Credit Agencies (ECAs) would be advantageous.
- Highly organised, proactive and commercially minded, with strong relationship-building and problem-solving skills.
- Previous team management experience would be beneficial.
The salary: £45,000 to £60,000 pa
French speaking International Contracts & Procurement Manager in Guildford employer: French Selection (FS)
Join a dynamic international organisation in Wilmslow, where you will thrive in a supportive work culture that values research and client relationships. With opportunities for professional growth and development, this role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a competitive salary and a collaborative team environment.
