Sales & Export Executive

About Elysian Strategic Solutions

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Drive local and export sales to achieve revenue and growth targets.
• Identify and develop new customers, distributors, and business opportunities.
• Build long-term relationships with clients in domestic and international markets.
• Develop strategies to expand market share and increase product sales.

• Research and identify new export markets.
• Develop international distribution channels.
• Maintain relationships with overseas customers and business partners.
• Monitor international market trends and competitor activities.

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Respond to customer enquiries and provide professional after-sales support.
• Resolve customer concerns promptly and effectively.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.

• Prepare sales quotations and commercial contracts.
• Process export documentation accurately and on time.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations and international trade requirements.
• Coordinate shipping documentation and regulatory requirements.

• Coordinate export orders with production teams.
• Work closely with logistics personnel, clearing agents, and freight forwarders.
• Monitor shipment schedules and delivery timelines.
• Ensure products reach customers efficiently and safely.

• Monitor customer orders from confirmation to delivery.
• Track payments and accounts receivable.
• Follow up on outstanding customer balances.
• Maintain accurate sales and customer records.

• Conduct market research to identify emerging opportunities.
• Analyse customer needs and industry trends.
• Prepare sales reports and performance analyses.
• Present business development recommendations to management.

• Represent the company at exhibitions, trade fairs, customer meetings, and networking events.
• Promote the company's products and services professionally.
• Strengthen the company's brand presence in local and export markets.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in:
  • Marketing
  • Business Administration
  • International Business
  • Procurement & Logistics
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Related field

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in:
  • Sales
  • Export sales
  • International trade
  • Business development
• Experience in the Paints and Coatings Industry is highly desirable.
• Practical knowledge of export documentation and customs procedures.
• Experience coordinating logistics and international shipments.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Export documentation
• Customs regulations
• International shipping procedures
• Trade compliance
• Logistics operations

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Email and business communication tools

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Results-oriented and commercially focused.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Passionate about sales and international business.
• Customer-focused and relationship-driven.
• Adaptable to changing market conditions.
• Willing to travel for business development activities.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Performance-based incentives and benefits.
• Professional career development opportunities.
• Exposure to regional and international business operations.

Career Growth Opportunities

• Export Manager
• International Business Development Manager
• Sales Manager
• Regional Sales Manager
• Commercial Manager
• Business Development Manager

How to Apply

• Updated CV
• Cover Letter
• Academic Documents

Interview Preparation – Possible Questions and Answers

• Commercial Invoice
• Packing List
• Bill of Lading or Air Waybill
• Certificate of Origin
• Export Declaration
• Insurance Documents (where applicable)
• Customs Clearance Documents