Export Sales & Marketing Senior Executive/Assistant Manager (FMCG - Food & Beverages)
NewBe an early applicantMVC Resources Export Sales & Marketing Senior Executive/Assistant Manager (FMCG - Food & Beverages)
Key Responsibilities:
- Build strong command of the assigned export territory — its distribution channels, consumer behavior, competitive set, and regional nuances.
- Shape and refine the marketing approach for that territory, taking accountability for sales outcomes, advertising, promotional activity, and profitability.
- Own the marketing plan cycle for the territory — annual, mid-term, and long-term — and see plans through to execution.
- Contribute to product and business development within the assigned market: supporting new launches, refining existing products (concept, packaging, design), and identifying cost efficiencies.
- Maintain close, productive relationships with distributors, working to grow distribution and lift performance against company sales and profit goals.
- Visit customers and assess on-the-ground market conditions as needed to keep export sales targets on track.
- Pursue new market entry by introducing and promoting the product range in additional countries.
- Handle customer inquiries promptly and accurately to build lasting trust with distributors and prospective buyers.
- Track export order fulfillment to ensure delivery commitments are met and payments are collected on schedule.
- Monitor accounts receivable aging to keep collections on time.
- Compile reliable monthly sales and stock-movement reports to prevent both shortages and excess inventory.
- Keep expense reporting accurate and up to date.
- Contribute to supply chain and inventory planning efforts aimed at delivering customer value efficiently and sustainably.
- Grow brand visibility in export markets through social media and targeted marketing campaigns, staying within the departmental budget.
- Deepen consumer understanding of the product through promotional materials and outreach activities.
- Help maintain compliance with food safety, quality, environmental, safety, halal, and food defense standards within the role's scope.
- Travel outside the office as the role requires.
- Carry out other tasks assigned by management from time to time.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, International Trade, or a related field.
- At least 3–5 years of experience in export sales, international business, or distributor management, preferably within FMCG or manufacturing.
- Working knowledge of export documentation, trade compliance, and supply chain/logistics coordination.
- Strong relationship-management skills, with experience liaising with overseas distributors and customers.
- Good grasp of sales reporting, accounts receivable monitoring, and budget/expense tracking.
- Familiarity with food safety, quality, halal, and regulatory compliance standards is an advantage.
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally as required.
- Strong written and spoken English; additional language skills are a plus for regional market coverage.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for reporting and analysis.