Export Sales Executive

Key Responsibilities

• International Sales & Business Development
• Identify and develop new business opportunities in international markets.
• Generate leads and connect with overseas buyers, brands, buying houses, and distributors.
• Develop business across key markets, including the USA, UK, Europe, and the Middle East.
• Follow up on inquiries, samples, quotations, and potential business opportunities.
• Work towards achieving assigned sales targets and expanding the company's export business.
• Buyer Relationship Management
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective international buyers.
• Communicate with buyers regarding product requirements, pricing, order status, and delivery schedules.
• Attend buyer meetings, virtual discussions, and trade fairs as required.
• Address buyer queries and coordinate with internal teams to resolve issues.
• Sales Negotiation & Order Finalization
• Prepare and submit quotations, costing details, and commercial proposals.
• Negotiate prices, minimum order quantities (MOQs), payment terms, and delivery timelines.
• Follow up on quotations and convert inquiries into confirmed orders.
• Monitor the sales pipeline and maintain regular follow-ups to secure business.
• Export Order Coordination
• Coordinate with merchandising, production, sourcing, and quality teams for order execution.
• Follow up on sampling, approvals, production progress, and shipment schedules.
• Ensure timely communication with buyers regarding order status and delivery commitments.
• Support export documentation and shipment coordination with the relevant internal teams.
• Sales Planning & Reporting
• Maintain records of buyer inquiries, quotations, orders, and sales performance.
• Prepare regular sales reports, order pipeline updates, and business development reports.
• Track market trends, competitor activities, and buyer requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve sales conversion, customer retention, and profitability.
• Commercial & Compliance Coordination
• Coordinate with the finance and export documentation teams regarding payment follow-ups and commercial requirements.
• Maintain accurate sales and buyer records in the company's systems.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable export procedures.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Knowledge of garment exports, apparel products, and international sales processes.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to identify new buyers and develop business relationships.
• Understanding of garment costing, pricing, margins, and order management.
• Good follow-up, coordination, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, email communication, and CRM/ERP systems.
• Ability to work independently and achieve assigned sales targets.

Qualifications

• Experience in export sales, garment manufacturing, apparel merchandising, or international business development will be preferred.
• Existing contacts with international buyers, buying houses, or apparel brands will be an advantage.
• A target-oriented approach with a strong focus on business development and customer satisfaction.