Export Manager

Hills Cab is a trusted manufacturer of high-quality wires and cables catering to various industrial, commercial, and residential applications.

The Export Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the company's export operations, ensuring compliance with international trade regulations, and driving international sales growth. This role involves managing logistics, documentation, and compliance and building strong relationships with international clients, freight forwarders, and customs brokers.

Key Responsibilities

1. International Sales and Business Development

• Develop and execute a comprehensive export strategy to achieve international sales targets and expand the company’s global market share.
• Identify new international markets, distributors, agents, and direct clients.
• Negotiate sales contracts, terms, and conditions with overseas customers.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and economic conditions in key export territories.

2. Export Operations and Logistics

• Manage the entire export process from order placement to final delivery, ensuring goods are shipped efficiently and on time.
• Select, negotiate with, and manage relationships with freight forwarders, carriers, and customs brokers.
• Oversee the packing and labeling of products to meet specific country requirements and shipping standards.
• Coordinate with the production/warehouse teams to ensure timely availability of goods for shipment.

3. Documentation and Compliance

• Ensure strict compliance with all local, national, and international trade laws, customs regulations, and export controls.
• Prepare, review, and manage all necessary export documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, bills of lading (B/L), and letters of credit (L/C).
• Handle customs declarations and resolve any issues or delays related to customs clearance.
• Stay up-to-date on changes to trade tariffs, duties, and licensing requirements (e.g., Incoterms).

4. Financial Management and Risk

• Manage export budgets and control costs related to logistics and documentation.
• Minimize risks associated with international trade, including foreign exchange fluctuations, credit risk, and political stability.
• Oversee payment processes and ensure timely collection of export receivables.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven experience (typically 7+ years) in export management, international logistics, or global trade.
• In-depth knowledge of Incoterms, international shipping procedures, and customs regulations.
• Strong familiarity with export documentation, licensing, and trade finance instruments (e.g., letters of credit).
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills for dealing with international partners and internal teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex supply chain logistics and problem-solve shipment issues.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and experience with ERP/logistics management software.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in international business, logistics, supply chain management, or a related field. A master’s degree or relevant professional certification is a plus.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹65,000.00 - ₹85,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Basavanagudi, Bengaluru, Karnataka: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• export manager: 7 years (Required)

Work Location: In person