Our client is a European leader in STEM education systems and construction toys, combining physical kits with coding, robotics, and classroom-ready curricula. Their unique value lies in delivering complete educational solutions, making them a trusted partner to schools, publishers, and ministries worldwide.

We’re seeking a strategic and hands-on International Business Development Specialist to drive growth across three priority channels:
1. Education Sales – to schools, ministries of education, and educational publishers (core expertise and USP)
2. Toy Distribution – expanding B2B sales of award-winning STEM kits to retail chains and resellers
3. Franchise Development – growing the international network of the company’s STEM Learning Centres

This is a commercially focused leadership role with one goal: to scale the firm’s global presence through the right partners.
You will work closely with the Marketing Manager, who handles brand campaigns and digital presence, while you focus on:

• Revenue growth
• Channel development
• Team building (internal and external sales specialists)

Job Description

• Lead international education sales, targeting private/public schools, ministries, resellers, and educational publishers
• Manage and grow global partnerships in the toy retail sector (chains, distributors, e-retailers)
• Identify and onboard new franchisees to expand the firm’s Learning Centre model
• Build a global network of representatives, agents, and strategic accounts
• Build and lead your own international sales team with clearly defined KPIs and growth targets
• Represent the firm at major global education and toy fairs (e.g., BETT, Spielwarenmesse)
• Collaborate with senior management to align strategy and priorities

Your Profile

• Strong entrepreneurial mindset and global exposure
• 7+ years’ experience in international sales (especially in EdTech, educational publishing, toys, or franchising)
• Proven ability to work with schools, publishers, ministries, and retail buyers
• Experience building and managing channel sales teams and partner networks
• Willing and able to relocate to Cyprus for 3 years. Future Base: Option to relocate or lead from home country post-term
• Fluent in English; other languages (e.g. French, Arabic, Spanish) are a plus

Benefits

• A high-impact role in a mission-driven, innovation-led company
• Competitive salary + performance bonuses
• Relocation package and housing support
• Opportunity to build your own sales team and grow into a regional leadership role
• Real impact on global education through an award-winning STEM platform
• 13th salary