General Manager - Edible Oil Exports

About Saman Tea Private Limited

Saman Tea Private Limited is a market leader and India's largest exporter of both tea and edible oils. With a legacy of excellence and a powerful global distribution network, we are renowned for our commitment to quality, reliability, and large-scale commodity trading. Our edible oil division is a cornerstone of our business, and we are seeking an exceptional leader to drive its continued growth and reinforce our dominant market position.

Position Overview

We are seeking a seasoned and results-oriented professional to take on the pivotal role of General Manager for our Edible Oil Exports division. The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader with extensive experience in the international edible oil market and a robust portfolio of existing clients. You will be responsible for managing and expanding our global sales operations, optimizing profitability, and leading the team to achieve ambitious growth targets. This is a senior role for an individual looking to make a significant impact within an established industry leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sales Leadership: Direct and expand all sales and business development activities for the edible oil export division, driving revenue growth in both existing and new international markets.
• High-Value Client Management: Leverage your extensive network of international clients to secure high-volume contracts. Nurture and strengthen relationships with key importers, distributors, and large-scale food manufacturers.
• P&L Management: Take ownership of the division's sales performance, with a sharp focus on strategic pricing, cost management, and overall profitability.
• Pricing & Negotiation: Utilize deep market knowledge of edible oil procurement costs, international price fluctuations, and logistics to quote competitively and negotiate high-value contracts.
• Operational Excellence: Coordinate flawlessly with internal departments, including procurement, logistics, finance, and quality assurance, to ensure the seamless and efficient execution of large-scale export orders.
• Market Analysis & Strategy: Monitor global market trends, trade policies, and competitor activities to identify strategic opportunities for growth and mitigate potential risks.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited university is mandatory. An MBA or a degree in International Trade is preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of 10-15 years of demonstrable leadership experience in the edible oil trading/export industry.
• Client Portfolio: A strong, verifiable portfolio of active international clients in the edible oil sector is an absolute must-have for this role.
• Industry Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of different types of edible oils (e.g., palm, soybean, sunflower, rapeseed), international quality standards, refining processes, and global sourcing markets.
• Communication: Excellent command of written and spoken English is required.

Skills:

• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding multi-million dollar sales targets.
• Exceptional negotiation, leadership, and strategic planning skills.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with P&L management.
• Ability to operate at both a strategic and tactical level.

What We Offer

• A key leadership role within India's largest edible oil export division, with the opportunity to drive significant growth and market expansion.
• A highly competitive remuneration package with a fixed salary of ₹60 Lakhs per annum, complemented by a lucrative sales incentive plan tied directly to the successful execution of profitable orders.
• Company-sponsored international travel for client meetings and full support for participation in major global food and commodity trade fairs.
• Significant autonomy and the opportunity to shape the future of a core business vertical.

If you are a top-tier professional in the edible oil industry with the experience, network, and drive to lead a market-dominant division, we invite you to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person