Sales Representative – Apparel Market Expansion (Serbia & the Balkans)

Posted 2 months ago

Worldwide

Summary

About Us We are an international apparel company with established operations in Serbia, currently expanding across the Balkans (Serbia, Montenegro, Croatia, Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina). Our products are manufactured in South Asia (Bangladesh, India, Pakistan), offering a combination of: • Fresh, high-quality apparel at competitive prices. • Surplus stock suitable for resale throughout Europe. • Customized fresh products tailored to client requirements, ensuring flexibility and responsiveness to market needs. We are already shipping to multiple European countries, including the United Kingdom, showcasing our established logistics capabilities and proven market presence. Our mission is to build sustainable partnerships in the region and scale our distribution network. To achieve this, we are seeking a local Serbian sales professional with proven expertise in business development and market entry. Role Overview The Sales Representative will act as a key driver of our Balkan expansion strategy. This role requires a professional who can leverage local networks, secure Letters of Intent (LOIs), and arrange pilot shipments with distributors, marketplaces, and fashion brands. Success in this position will directly contribute to long-term growth and the establishment of permanent operations in the region. Key Responsibilities • Identify and engage potential distributors, wholesalers, marketplaces, and fashion brands. • Explore opportunities for private label and co-branding collaborations. • Arrange meetings, negotiate commercial terms, and secure agreements. • Provide structured reporting on outreach activities, market insights, and partnership progress. • Facilitate the transition from pilot shipments to long-term supply contracts. • Act as a local representative, ensuring seamless communication between our international team and Serbian partners. Candidate Profile • Native Serbian speaker with fluent English communication skills. • Demonstrated experience in sales, business development, or distributor outreach within Serbia. • Strong professional network in the apparel, textiles, or FMCG sectors. • Proven ability to negotiate contracts and cultivate long-term relationships. • Highly motivated, self-driven, and results-oriented. • Comfortable working independently while maintaining structured reporting. Compensation & Career Path • An upfront project fee will be paid after the first outreach to potential clients has been completed, ensuring fair compensation once initial engagement is demonstrated. • Additional bonus will be offered for signed Letters of Intent (LOIs) to encourage early traction. • From the first pilot order onward, you will earn a commission tied directly to the value of each order. • This is an ongoing project, with strong potential for permanent employment or long-term career development as the project scales up. Why Join Us • Be part of an international expansion project with direct impact on company growth. • Gain long-term career opportunities as the project transitions into permanent operations. • Work with a company that values flexibility, innovation, and customized solutions for clients. • Build international exposure by collaborating with teams across Europe and South Asia. • Enjoy a compensation model that balances security (upfront fee) with growth potential (bonuses and commission).

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  • 6+ months
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  • Last viewed by client:2 days ago
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About the client
Member since Feb 11, 2026
  • Serbia
    Belgrade7:47 PM
  • $375 total spent
    4 hires, 3 active
  • Tech & IT
    Small company (2-9 people)

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