France is one of the most well-established and dynamic MSC markets. Consequently, our Commercial Officer will have a core support role delivering MSC eco-labelled products and sustainable solutions as part of the MSC certification program. With growing consumer awareness of the challenges that our oceans are facing, there is ample opportunity to increase the delivery of MSC certified sustainable seafood products. Join us and play your part in shaping the future direction of sustainability within the seafood industry!
We are a dynamic team and have set ambitious targets for increasing the availability of certified sustainable seafood and the number of French fisheries that are to meet our standard. You will have a key supporting role in contributing towards the successful workings of the Commercial team and its activities in the French market. You will be participating in multiple projects, building trustworthy relationships with our partners and liaising closely with the French Communications and Fisheries teams, as well as other MSC teams across our global network.
Key Responsibilities
Main tasks include:
- Support the French Commercial Outreach team’s strategy and work plan, working in close collaboration with the Senior Commercial Manager and the Commercial Manager.
- Provide support to the Commercial team, including strengthening relations with partners, up-keeping and feeding the MSC database and the Customer Relationship Management tool (CRM).
- Undertake hands-on day-to-day activities alongside colleagues to deliver strategies and action plans.
Specific tasks include:
- Run market analysis and map out the seafood supply chain in France.
- Assist with building an asset bank of photos, quotes and stories, that can be shared through consumer and trade media channels or used in market reports.
- Provide Outreach to the French supply chain sector.
- Provide account management support to existing allocated partners and engage with them and handle incoming requests.
- Promote and explain the sustainability solution provided by the MSC program and the MSC certification program, notably its Chain of Custody (CoC) and ecolabelling programs.
- Work closely with Fisheries teams, locally and globally, to support MSC-certified fisheries in gaining access to commercial markets and contribute to the development of growth opportunities within the French fisheries landscape.
- In coordination with the Senior Commercial Manager / Commercial Manager, work closely with the French Marketing and Communication team to deliver effective marketing campaigns and initiatives with partners.
- Provide relevant support at events and fairs. This can include booking venues, arranging any required materials, overseeing logistics, listing out attendees, etc.
- Undertake any other responsibilities assigned by the Senior Commercial Manager, France.
We’re looking for someone:
- with a post-graduate degree and/or equivalent work experience with supply chain, the food or seafood business, fisheries or international business;
- with excellent verbal and written communication skills both in English and French;
- capable of building long-term relationships with commercial partners and delivering positive commercial outcomes with a high level of detail;
- with a passion for sustainability and an interest in the health of the world’s oceans;
- an analytical and business mindset, to apply the MSC’s standards and licensing rules effectively;
- who is resourceful and not afraid to ask questions to meet the partners’ expectation.
Application deadline: September 1, 2025
