We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager – Exports to join a leading company in the industrial commodities and manufacturing sector based in Karachi. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in expanding the company’s international business by developing overseas customer networks and identifying new export opportunities. This position requires a strategic thinker with strong market insight and the ability to build long-term relationships with global clients to support the company’s growth objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Explore and develop new international markets to increase the company’s export footprint.
- Build and maintain strong business relationships with overseas buyers, distributors, importers, and international trading partners.
- Identify potential customers and generate export leads using market intelligence, trade networks, and B2B platforms.
- Manage export sales activities, respond to business inquiries, and convert leads into sustainable commercial relationships.
- Analyze international market trends, customer demand, competitor pricing, and opportunities in various export destinations.
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and commercial agreements with international clients.
- Coordinate with internal teams and logistics partners to ensure smooth export order processing, shipping, documentation, and payment collection.
- Monitor sales targets, prepare export performance reports, and identify opportunities for sustainable business growth.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, International Business, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- 5–10 years of relevant experience in export sales, international trade, or overseas business development.
- Proven ability to develop international markets, acquire overseas clients, and negotiate business deals.
- Strong knowledge of export documentation, international shipping procedures, Incoterms, and letters of credit.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, market analysis, and client relationship management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in industrial commodities, building materials, cement, or related manufacturing industries will be highly preferred.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization’s international growth strategy. The ideal candidate will be proactive, results-driven, and capable of navigating complex export markets while fostering strong client partnerships.