Sales Marketing Manager

Export Operations & Sales Manager

About Export Paradip

At Export Paradip, we are positioning ourselves as a key export gateway on India’s eastern coast. Based at Paradip Port, Odisha, we specialise in exporting iron ore, marine produce, agro commodities, & ferro alloys. Our mission is to serve global clients with operational excellence & reliability.

Role Overview

We’re seeking an ambitious Export Operations & Sales Manager to oversee export logistics & drive business development. You’ll be the vital link between suppliers, operational teams & new global buyers ensuring product quality, procedural compliance & timely delivery, while also growing our export footprint.

Key Responsibilities:

Export Operations

• Oversee the entire export process supplier coordination, quality control, packaging, documentation, customs clearance & shipment dispatch
• Liaise with freight forwarders, shipping lines, port authorities & logistics partners for smooth operations.
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory standards: customs, phytosanitary, quality certifications & health/safety regulations.
• Maintain, verify & process export documentation such as commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, bills of lading & more.
• Monitor KPIs (shipment timelines, export costs, documentation accuracy) & implement improvements to optimize operations.
  

Sales & Client Acquisition

• Source new global clients across sectors (importers, distributors, wholesalers), particularly in key markets such as Southeast Asia, Middle East, Europe & North America.
• Present Export Paradip’s strengths strategic location, cost efficiency, product range to potential buyers.
• Build long term partnerships with both buyers & local suppliers to ensure steady supply & demand alignment.
• Prepare compelling quotations, negotiate terms & follow through from inquiry to export completion.
• Act as the company’s ambassador in trade shows, buyer meetings & digital outreach initiatives to enhance brand visibility.
  

Supplier Engagement & Collaboration

• Identify, vet & onboard reliable local suppliers in Odisha & adjacent regions.
• Conduct regular supplier audits to ensure consistent product quality, sustainable practices & supply reliability.
• Negotiate supply contracts to ensure favorable pricing, volumes & delivery timelines.
  

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education : Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, International Business, Logistics, or a related field. Advanced degrees or export certifications (e.g., CILT, CIFFA) are a plus.
• Experience : Minimum 4 years in export operations & sales/business development preferably within export oriented industries (mineral, agro, marine, or metal sectors).
• Export Knowledge : Strong understanding of Indian export processes, documentation norms, customs rules & shipping procedures from Paradip Port.
• Sales Acumen : Ability to generate leads, close deals & manage client relationships across borders.
• Soft Skills : Excellent communication, negotiation, stakeholder coordination & problem solving skills.
• Tech Savvy : Proficient in MS Office & export related software, experience with ERP or TMS systems is beneficial.
• Attributes : Proactive, goal driven, adaptable & ready to operate in a fast paced export environment. Willingness to travel for supplier visits, buyer meetings, or port coordination is essential.
  

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration paired with performance based incentives.
• Dual function leadership role in a dynamic & growing export enterprise.
• Exposure to diverse product verticals & international export markets.
• Opportunity to shape & scale Export Paradip’s presence in global trade.
• Collaborative, high growth work environment focused on operational excellence & customer success.
  

How to Apply

If you’re ready to lead both operations & sales at the forefront of Paradip’s export evolution, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume & a cover letter highlighting your achievements in export logistics & business development to:

Send your application to: 📧 exportparadip@gmail.com