We are seeking a dynamic and resultsdriven Export Sales Manager to lead and expand our international sales efforts for products such as Flakes Pallets and more. This role is responsible for identifying new business opportunities maintaining and strengthening relationships with global clients and ensuring the company meets its export sales targets. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of international trade regulations experience in export sales and a passion for environmental sustainability.
Key Responsibilities:
Sales Strategy & Business Development:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive export sales strategy to achieve growth and profitability targets in international markets.
- Identify new business opportunities and target markets for recycled materials such as plastics.
- Conduct market research to stay up to date with industry trends competitor activities and potential markets.
Client Relationship Management:
- Build and maintain strong longterm relationships with international clients converters and partners.
- Negotiate contracts pricing and terms of sale to secure longterm agreements and repeat business.
- Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and addressing any issues or concerns.
Sales Operations & Logistics:
- Coordinate with the logistics team to ensure efficient and timely delivery of products to international clients.
- Manage export documentation and ensure compliance with international shipping regulations tariffs and customs requirements.
- Monitor product quality standards to ensure customer specifications are met.
Financial Management:
- Monitor sales performance analyze sales data and prepare sales forecasts for international markets.
- Manage the export sales budget ensuring cost control and profitability.
- Ensure timely payments from international customers and manage any financial disputes or issues.
Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge:
- Ensure adherence to all legal and regulatory requirements related to exporting recycled products including environmental regulations and international trade agreements.
- Stay updated with changes in international trade laws tariffs and environmental policies affecting the recycling industry.
CrossDepartmental Collaboration:
- Collaborate with the production quality control and logistics departments to ensure alignment with sales goals and customer expectations.
- Work with marketing teams to develop promotional materials and campaigns tailored to international markets.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Business International Trade Sales or related field. A degree in environmental studies or recycling management is a plus.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in export sales preferably in the recycling waste management or manufacturing industries.
- Strong knowledge of international trade regulations shipping and logistics.
- Proven track record of achieving sales targets and growing international markets.
- Excellent communication negotiation and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in CRM software MS Office and sales reporting tools.
- Fluency in additional languages is an advantage.
- Ability to travel internationally as required.
- Resultsoriented with a focus on achieving sales targets.
- Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
- High level of cultural awareness and adaptability in dealing with international clients.
- Passion for sustainability and environmental responsibility.