Import Executive

Role & responsibilities

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Export Sales Manager to join our dynamic team. The Export Sales Manager will be responsible for developing and executing sales strategies to drive the companys export growth, managing key international accounts, and ensuring a seamless sales process for our printing services across global markets.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop Export Strategies: Create and implement effective sales strategies to target international markets and increase export sales for the company's printing services and products.

Market Research & Expansion: Conduct research on emerging international markets, identify sales opportunities, and develop plans to expand the company's presence globally.

Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with international clients, distributors, and agents, ensuring high customer satisfaction.

Sales Goals & Forecasting: Set and achieve sales targets for export business. Regularly report on sales performance and market trends to senior management.

Sales Presentations & Negotiations: Prepare and present proposals, negotiate terms, and close deals with international clients, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements.

Order Management: Coordinate with production and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery and adherence to customer specifications for international orders.

Compliance & Documentation: Ensure that all export transactions comply with international trade regulations, customs documentation, and company policies.

Pricing & Costing: Work closely with the finance team to develop competitive pricing strategies for international markets, ensuring profitability while remaining attractive to clients.

Sales Team Collaboration: Work closely with the domestic sales team and other departments (e.g., marketing, logistics, production) to support global sales efforts.

Customer Support: Provide ongoing support to international customers, addressing inquiries, handling complaints, and ensuring the best customer service experience.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, International Trade, or a related field.

Proven experience in export sales, ideally within the printing or manufacturing industry.

Strong understanding of international trade practices, export regulations, and logistics.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Ability to develop long-term relationships with clients and manage complex accounts.

Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess market trends and adjust strategies accordingly.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), CRM software, and other relevant tools.

Fluency in English is required; additional language skills are a plus.

Key Competencies:

Strong business acumen and a results-driven mind-set.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Adaptability and problem-solving skills.

Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

High attention to detail and accuracy.

Preferred candidate

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, International Trade, or a related field.

Proven experience in export sales, ideally within the printing or manufacturing industry.

Strong understanding of international trade practices, export regulations, and logistics.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Key Competencies:

Strong business acumen and a results-driven mind-set.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Adaptability and problem-solving skills.

Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

High attention to detail and accuracy.