Sales Executive

Job Title:

Sales Executive Pen Division (Export Sales Africa)

Location: Based in India (Preference for candidates familiar with African markets)

Territory: Kenya, Ethiopia, Mauritania, Tanzania, Somalia, Sudan, Malawi, Tunisia, Guinea, Nigeria, DR Congo, South Africa, Algeria, Uganda

Company Overview: RKRM International Products Pvt. Ltd., established in 2018 and headquartered in Thane (Mumbai), is a leading manufacturer and exporter of high-quality personal care and grooming products. With a strong global presence in over 100 countries, RKRM is known for its premium razor blades, shaving foams, and commitment to quality and innovation. Backed by a skilled team and robust infrastructure, the company is rapidly expanding its footprint across international markets.

We are now collaborating with a premium pen brand, and are looking to strengthen our export sales network across Africa.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive B2B and B2C sales of our premium pen products across the assigned African markets.
• Identify, approach, and develop strong relationships with wholesalers, distributors, retailers, and institutional buyers.
• Conduct market research to understand regional demand, competitor offerings, and pricing strategies to position the brand effectively.
• Achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets in line with business objectives.
• Coordinate closely with the export operations team for order processing, documentation, and customs compliance.
• Monitor sales performance, gather customer feedback, and report market trends for continuous improvement.
• Ensure timely payment collections and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Travel extensively to multiple African countries on a regular basis to build partnerships, expand distribution networks, and drive sales.

Requirements:

• Education: Graduate in any discipline.
• Experience: Minimum 3-4 years of direct field sales experience in the mid-market to premium stationery or writing instruments segment.
• Mandatory prior experience in managing export sales across the listed African markets.
• Familiarity with export documentation, shipping procedures, and international trade practices.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating remotely with international teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently and extensively to Africa for business needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven track record in premium stationery or writing instruments sales.
• Knowledge of duty exemption frameworks for Made in Egypt and import/export regulations in key African markets.
• Familiarity with African business culture, negotiation practices, and local business ecosystems.

Compensation:

• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity for career growth within a fast-scaling global export business.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹100,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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