Role & responsibilities:
1. New International Business Development
- Identify and acquire new international clients across target markets
- Own the complete sales cycle: prospecting outreach negotiation closure
- Build a strong pipeline through proactive market mapping and outreach
2. Cold Outreach & Lead Generation
- Drive business through cold emails, calls, LinkedIn outreach, and B2B platforms
- Generate qualified leads independently without reliance on inbound channels
- Convert cold prospects into active business opportunities
3. Market Expansion & Strategy
- Identify high-potential geographies and industry segments
- Analyze competitor activity, pricing, and market trends
- Develop and execute market entry strategies
4. Client Relationship & Account Growth
- Build strong relationships with importers, distributors, and institutional buyers
- Ensure repeat business and long-term account development
5. Commercial & Execution Ownership
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms with international clients
- Collaborate with internal teams (operations, logistics, finance) for seamless execution
- Ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction
Candidate Profile
- Proven hunter mindset with a strong track record in new client acquisition
- Excellent cold outreach and prospecting skills
- High ownership, self-driven, and ability to work independently
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Commercially astute and target-oriented
- High level of integrity and professionalism
Experience & Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in International Sales / Export Sales
- Demonstrated success in acquiring new international customers
- Experience in B2B global markets (preferably manufacturing/export-oriented businesses)
- Bachelors degree (MBA preferred but not mandatory)
Good to Have
- Exposure to markets such as US, Europe, Middle East
- Participation in international trade fairs / exhibitions
- Understanding of export documentation and logistics