International Sales Executive
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Description
The International Sales Executive is a pivotal role responsible for expanding the company's footprint in foreign markets. This position involves sourcing international leads, navigating cross-border trade practices, negotiating commercial contracts, and driving export revenue while accommodating different cultural and regulatory environments.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Market Expansion: Identify, research, and evaluate new international markets, buyer demand, and competitor landscapes.
- Lead Generation & Outreach: Prospect global clients via digital channels, trade shows, cold outreach, and inbound inquiries.
- Sales Presentations & Proposals: Deliver product demonstrations, draft commercial proposals, and customize pricing structures for overseas buyers.
- Negotiation & Closing: Negotiate pricing, delivery terms (Incoterms), and contracts in alignment with company goals and international law.
- Export Coordination: Partner with logistics, shipping, and documentation teams to handle export paperwork (e.g., certificates of origin, bills of lading, letters of credit).
- Account Management: Maintain long-term relationships with international distributors, partners, and direct clients, ensuring high post-sales satisfaction.
- Reporting & CRM: Track sales metrics, pipeline movement, and foreign market trends using a CRM platform.
Required Qualifications & Skills include:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, International Trade, Marketing, or a related field.
- Experience: 1 to 3+ years of proven experience in international sales, export-import operations, or B2B global business development.
- Language Proficiency: Fluency in English (additional foreign languages are a strong advantage).
- Technical & Trade Knowledge: Familiarity with export regulations, customs procedures, international payment methods (e.g., L/C, D/P), and CRM software.
- Soft Skills: Cross-cultural communication, high emotional intelligence, resilience, and strong negotiation capabilities.