BDE -Trading and Exports

Job Title: Business Development Executive – Trading & Export

Location: Chennai, India
Department: Sales / International Business
Reporting To: Director

Job Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Executive to support our trading and export operations. The candidate will be responsible for identifying international business opportunities, developing client relationships, negotiating deals, documentation and ensuring smooth execution of export processes. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of global markets, trading procedures, and export documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and generate new business opportunities in international markets for trading and export.
• Research target markets and analyze global demand, competition, and pricing trends.
• Develop relationships with international buyers, suppliers, freight agents, and customs brokers.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with overseas clients and vendors.
• Handle end-to-end export process, including documentation, logistics coordination, and customs clearance.
• Ensure compliance with international trade laws, INCOTERMS, and export regulations.
• Coordinate with internal teams (procurement, logistics, finance) to fulfill orders efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records of sales, shipments, and customer interactions.
• Provide market intelligence reports and sales forecasts to management.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Marketing, Commerce, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in export sales or international trading (FMCG, agri-products, industrial goods, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of export documentation, logistics, and INCOTERMS.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with CRM tools is a plus.

Preferred Industries:

• Import/Export Trading
• Manufacturing & Distribution
• Freight Forwarding & Logistics
• Agro Commodities / Industrial Products / FMCG

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person