Foreign Trade Specialist

Company Description

Jagadeesh Private Limited is a premier consultancy firm specializing in MSME development, import substitution, export promotion, and market linkage initiatives under Government of India and State Government programs, including RAMP (Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance) by the Ministry of MSME.

We work closely with industry, government bodies, and stakeholders to strengthen MSME competitiveness through technology upgradation, market access, capacity building, and strategic business interventions.

Our mission is to empower MSMEs with globally competitive capabilities, and our vision is to become a leading catalyst in transforming MSMEs into strong contributors to international trade and the global value chain.

Role Description

Foreign Trade Expert

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive global market research to identify export opportunities for targeted MSME products.
• Analyse HS codes, tariff and non-tariff barriers, import regulations, and international market trends.
• Build and maintain a database of international buyers, importers, distributors, and trade partners.
• Support planning and execution of Reverse Buyer-Seller Meets (RBSMs) and international outreach campaigns.
• Guide MSMEs on export procedures, documentation, certifications, packaging, labeling, and logistics requirements.
• Assist in creating export market strategies, sector export guides, and detailed buyer profiles.
• Facilitate B2B matchmaking and ensure high-quality engagement between global buyers and MSME sellers.
• Coordinate with embassies, trade bodies, and export promotion councils for buyer mobilisation.
• Prepare regular analytical reports, country briefs, and market entry recommendations.

Required Qualifications

• MBA in International Business / Marketing

• OR

  Postgraduate degree in Engineering / Economics / Trade with specialization in foreign trade or global markets.
• Minimum

  8–12 years

  of experience in:
• International trade or export-import operations
• Market research and buyer development
• Export promotion, trade fairs, or B2B matchmaking
• Working with MSMEs, EPCs, or international trade organisations
• Strong knowledge of INCOTERMS, customs procedures, export logistics, and global compliance requirements.