Responsibilities :

1. Develop and implement export strategies to maximize profits and minimize costs

2. Prepare export documentation such as invoices, packing lists and bills of lading

3. Establish and manage relationships with international partners, including distributors, agents and vendors

4. Monitor international regulations and compliance requirements

5. Negotiate shipping contracts and freight forwarding agreements

6. Liaise with customs authorities and other government bodies to ensure compliance with regulations

7. Develop and maintain export databases, records and reports

8. Monitor market trends, competitor activities and customer feedback

9. Address customer inquiries and complaints

10. Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize export operations

Requirements :

- Proven experience in export business, preferably in the same industry

- Thorough knowledge of foreign trade regulations and compliance requirements

- Excellent knowledge of market data and dynamics

- Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills

- Ability to travel abroad to meet with clients and develop business relationships

Skillset :

- Continuous improvement

- Fishbone Diagram Total Quality Management

- Cost control

- Budgeting Cost Control Cost of goods sold Cost reduction Standard Costs Variance analysis

Inventory Management :

- Inventory Control Inventory Management Managing Orders Product Assortment Stock Management

Logistics :

Logistics Management :

- Partnership Development

- Channel Relationship Management Joint Ventures Partner Development Partner Relationship Management Partnerships Startup Development Strategic Alliances Strategic Partnerships

Procurement & Purchasing :

- Procurement Purchasing Strategic Sourcing Subcontracting Supplier Negotiation Supply Management bidding

Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) :

- Sales & Operation Planning

- Customer Orientation

- Demonstrating positive attitude towards resolution Solving customer issues within timelines Understanding customer needs

Planning and organizing :

- Clarifying expectations of self and others Goal setting, planning and priorization Taking timely actions to ensure obligations are met

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