We are seeking an experienced Export Business Development Manager to drive our international business growth, strengthen global customer relationships, and expand our presence across international markets.
The Export Business Development Manager will be responsible for developing and executing export strategies, managing international customers and distributors, identifying new market opportunities, and ensuring the efficient execution of end-to-end export operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement export sales strategies aligned with our company’s international growth objectives.
- Identify and develop new international markets, customers, distributors, and business opportunities.
- Manage and strengthen relationships with overseas customers and strategic partners.
- Lead negotiations with international customers regarding pricing, contracts, payment terms, and commercial agreements.
- Monitor international market trends, competitor activities, customer requirements, and emerging opportunities.
- Coordinate with Production, Planning, Logistics, Finance, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure timely order fulfilment.
- Oversee the complete export process, including order management, documentation and shipping.
- Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, export documentation requirements, and relevant quality standards.
- Develop market and sales forecasts and provide regular reports on export performance.
- Lead and develop the export team to achieve agreed business objectives.
Candidate Profile:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, International Business, Textile/Apparel, Marketing, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.
- 5+ years of relevant experience in Export Sales / International Business, within an apparel manufacturing environment.
- Proven track record in developing and managing international markets and key overseas customers.
- Proven experience in business development, sales, key account management, or commercial management.
- Demonstrated experience in international business development.
- Strong negotiation, commercial, analytical, and relationship-management skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work effectively across different cultures and markets.
Job Category: Export Sales
Job Type: Full Time
Job Country: Sri Lanka
Job City: Colombo