Export Business Development Executive (Manufacturing/ Aluminium)

Private Advertiser; Selangor; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Malaysia is seeking an Export Business Development Executive to drive export sales and expand international markets for aluminium products. The role involves identifying opportunities, building overseas client relationships, and managing the export process end-to-end.

You will coordinate with production, logistics and QA to ensure timely delivery, negotiate contracts, and monitor market trends.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Business, International Trade, Commerce, Engineering or related field.
• 1–3 years' export sales, international business development or import/export operations experience.
• Knowledge of export procedures, customs regulations and international trade practices.
• English proficiency with Mandarin or another Asian language preferred.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with international partners.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems.
• Willingness to travel for client meetings and market visits.
• Familiarity with aluminium or manufacturing industry operations.
• Knowledge of HS codes, tariff classifications and trade compliance.

Responsibilities

• Identify new export markets and opportunities for aluminium products.
• Build relationships with international clients, distributors and partners.
• Prepare proposals, quotations and commercial offers for overseas clients.
• Coordinate with customs and logistics for compliant shipments.
• Manage export documentation (invoices, bills of lading, certificates).
• Monitor market trends and pricing to inform strategy.
• Coordinate with production, QA and operations to ensure timely delivery.
• Develop export sales strategies to achieve revenue targets.
• Negotiate contracts with international buyers to ensure profitability.
• Track export sales performance and opportunities.

Skills

Export sales

International client relations

Negotiation

Communication

MS Office

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Business, International Trade, Commerce, Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Export Business Development Executive (Manufacturing/ Aluminium)

About the role
We are seeking anExport Business Development Executiveto join our dynamic team at our facility in Kajang, Seremban, Negeri Sembilan. This is afull-time positionthat plays a crucial role in driving our export sales growth and expanding our international market presence. As an Export Business Development Executive, you will be responsible for identifying new export opportunities, developing strategic business relationships with overseas clients, and managing the export process from initiation through to delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, research and develop new export markets and business opportunities foraluminium products
• Build and maintain strong relationships with international clients, distributors and business partners
• Prepare and present compelling business proposals, quotations and commercial offers to prospective overseas clients
• Coordinate with the customs and logistics teams to ensure compliance with import/export regulations and smooth shipment processing
• Manage export documentation including commercial invoices, bills of lading, certificates of origin and customs declarations
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities and pricing to inform strategic business development decisions
• Liaise with production, quality assurance and operations teams to ensure timely delivery and product specifications meet client requirements
• Develop and implement export sales strategies to achieve revenue targets and expand market share
• Negotiate contracts and terms with international buyers whilst ensuring profitability and compliance
• Track and report on export sales performance, market opportunities and business development activities

What we're looking for

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Business, International Trade, Commerce, Engineering or a related field
• 1 to 3 years' experience inexport sales, international business development or import/export operations
• Strong knowledge of export procedures, customs regulations and international trade practices
• Proficiency in English and at least one additional language (Mandarin or other Asian languages preferred to effectively communicate with our diverse client)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to build relationships with international partners
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel for client meetings and market visits
• Familiarity withaluminium or manufacturing industry operations(preferred)
• Knowledge ofHS codes, tariff classifications and trade compliance(preferred)

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