Job description

Are you ready for a commercial career in the international retail world? At Beagley Copperman, we offer you a unique growth path toward the position of International Business Developer, in which you will learn to serve, convince, and retain major European retailers. 

Our traineeship is intended for ambitious university graduates with a commercial background. Over the course of two years, you will follow a clear path from a supporting role to becoming an independent International Business Developer.

Who are we?

Beagley Copperman was founded in 2008 and quickly established itself as one of Europe's leading importers of authentic and trendy Asian food and non-food products. From day one, our two founders pursued their passion to make authentic Asian cuisine accessible to everyone. In just 18 years, Beagley Copperman has experienced rapid growth. Today, we distribute more than 3,500 unique products to over 38 countries.

Our customers are (non-food) retailers in the EU (including Carrefour, Leclerc, Albert Heijn), Asian supermarkets, candy stores, food service providers, and wholesalers. In close collaboration with them and our premium brand partners, we bring new trend products such as Samyang Buldak, Mogu Mogu, and many other hidden treasures from Asia to consumers. Through dedicated sourcing and by combining our local market expertise with the knowledge of our trusted A-brand suppliers, we guarantee that every product delivers an authentic and unique taste experience.

Growth path

Phase 1: Account Support (Year 1)

You will learn the basics of our customers, products, and processes. You will support the sales team and build up broad knowledge of retail, sales, and supply chain. In doing so, you will gain direct knowledge and experience with major international retailers in Europe. You will learn to communicate professionally with buyers, supply chain managers, and other key decision makers.

Phase 2: Junior Account Manager (End of year 1 – beginning of year 2)

You will be given customer responsibility and manage your own accounts with the aim of growing them. You will be given the freedom and responsibility to interact independently with customers and internal departments.

Phase 3: Junior Business Developer (Year 2)

In addition to existing customers, you will also focus on new business: identifying growth opportunities with new European prospects through cold acquisition and approaching warm leads. In this phase, you will build up a new customer base yourself.  You will be responsible for product launches, price negotiations, marketing campaigns, and visiting customers at home and abroad. You will develop your commercial strategy and further hone your professional communication skills.

Phase 4: International Business Developer (Target position after traineeship)

After successful completion, you will be ready to take final responsibility for your own customer projects. You will develop new markets, close deals, and build sustainable partnerships at an international level.

Offer

Who are we looking for?

Our traineeship is intended for ambitious university graduates with a commercial background. Over the course of two years, you will follow a clear path from a supporting role to becoming an independent International Business Developer.

You also meet the following criteria:

• University degree in a commercial field (e.g., Business Administration, Economics and Business Economics, and International Business)
• Strong analytical skills, results-oriented and entrepreneurial
• Fluent in Dutch and English (other languages such as German or French are an advantage)
• Interest in FMCG, export and international relations
• A team player with guts, persuasiveness and a professional communication style