Sales Manager EMEA Latin America

Are you a commercially driven sales professional with a passion for sports and international business? Our client is a leading global organization in the sporting goods industry, specializing in the design, development, manufacturing, and distribution of licensed sports equipment and accessories for some of the world's most recognized sports brand.

As Sales Manager, you will be responsible for managing and developing a distributor network across EMEA and Latin America while ensuring sustainable business growth and the achievement of annual targets.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and supporting distributor partners across assigned territories to achieve annual sales and profitability objectives.
• Leading seasonal and annual business planning processes, including forecasting, budgeting, and performance reviews.
• Monitoring order books, inventory levels, and sales performance while implementing corrective actions when necessary.
• Supporting long-term strategic planning and developing market-specific growth plans alongside distributor partners.
• Building strong relationships with key stakeholders across sales, merchandising, marketplace, account management, and category management teams.
• Developing and executing seasonal go-to-market strategies aligned with product launches and market trends.
• Creating compelling sales presentations and commercial plans focused on new product initiatives, core assortments, and growth opportunities.
• Acting as a brand ambassador and maintaining strong partnerships with distributors and key retail accounts.
• Gathering market intelligence, consumer insights, and category feedback to support future product and business decisions.
• Leading Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and Annual Business Reviews with key distributor partners.
• Traveling regularly to distributor markets and attending international business meetings.

This role requires a highly commercial mindset, strong analytical skills, and the ability to build long-term business relationships across diverse international markets.

Competitive salary between €6,000 and €10,000 gross per month, depending on experience and qualifications.

Attractive bonus opportunity.

25 vacation days.

Pension scheme.

Summer working hours (June through August).

Professional development and training opportunities.

International working environment with significant autonomy and responsibility.

Career growth opportunities within a globally recognized organization.

International travel and exposure to key markets across EMEA and Latin America.

Our client is a leading global player in the sporting goods industry. Rather than operating its own consumer brand, the company specializes in the design, development, manufacturing, and distribution of licensed sports equipment and accessories for some of the world's most recognized sports and lifestyle brands.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• 3-5 years of experience working within the EMEA and/or Latin American marketplace.
• 3-5 years of commercial or sales experience within a global sports, fashion, or lifestyle brand.
• Previous experience managing distributor relationships is highly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent higher education qualification.
• A strong commercial mindset with a passion for delivering results and exceeding targets.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to influence and collaborate effectively across international teams.
• Strong presentation, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Experience analyzing sales data, forecasting, and business performance metrics.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and reporting tools.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are considered an advantage

Interested in this position?

Apply before 18 oktober 2026. Do you have any questions about the vacancy? Feel free to contact us at regioamsterdam@adecco.nl.