Our client is a successful Central European publishing and EdTech company, recognized for delivering top-tier educational products and learning toys. With a growing presence in Hungary and superb future potential, they are now ready for a major retail expansion. We are seeking an ambitious, high-energy Business Developer who is ready to step up, take ownership, and spearhead further growth into major retail chains.This is not just a sales job - it’s a market-building mission. Your goal is twofold: to proactively open new doors within major Hungarian and international retail chains (hypermarkets, bookstores, toy retailers, institutional networking), while simultaneously deepening and expanding existing business relationships to ensure sustainable growth. Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively secure and manage listings in key retail networks
• Drive the sales cycle directly with Category Managers at retail headquarters
• Take a "hands-on" approach to building the retail branch from the ground up
• Prove your results and grow into a leadership role, eventually building and managing your own sales team
• Monitor the market and help adapt our portfolio to stay ahead of the competition

Who Are We Looking For?

• You have a solid foundation in sales (5+ years) and experience dealing with retail chains or distributors in Hungary
• You come from FMCG, Toys, Books, Magazines, or any consumer goods segment sold in retail
• You are a self-starter with high energy, resilience, and a hunger for success
• You have established initial contacts with Hungarian retail buyers or a strong ability to build them quickly
• Native Hungarian and good professional English (B2)
• High level of flexibility regarding travel is important - you must have the ability to effectively cover and visit key decision-makers, primarily in Budapest and the Central Hungary region
• You prefer autonomy and a fast-paced environment over rigid corporate structures

What We Offer:

• A unique chance to transition from KAM role into a Senior Sales Lead position
• Around 1.250.000 p.month + benefits and performance-based bonuses
• Direct reporting line to the CEO – your ideas will be heard and implemented
• Company car (also for private use), phone, and laptop

Are you ready for the next step in your career? If you have the drive, the energy, and the ambition to grow with us, we want to hear from you. Send us your application (CV in English and a short cover letter stating your motivation, possible starting date and desired remuneration) for ref.no. 110,378via e-mail to "pliesovsky@isg.sk" or via our ISG career portal. We naturally guarantee full discretion and confidentiality to all applicants throughout the entire selection process.Dipl.Ing. Peter Pliesovsky
ISG s.r.o., executive search
Štefánikova 47, SK-811 04 Bratislava 1
T/F: +421 910 600 654
@: bewerbung.pliesovsky@ISG.com