Our client, a leading FMCG company, seeks to hire an Export Sales Officer to drive sales growth across assigned export markets (Niger & Chad). The role is responsible for developing new business opportunities, managing export sales operations, coordinating international shipments, ensuring trade compliance, and gathering market intelligence to support business growth.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in International Business, Marketing, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years' experience in export sales, FMCG, supply chain, or shipping operations.
• Good understanding of international trade regulations, customs procedures, and export documentation.
• Experience handling export logistics and international shipping processes.
• Knowledge of international payment methods, including Letters of Credit (LCs), and foreign banking processes.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in French and/or Hausa is a significant advantage.
• Strong negotiation, communication, relationship management, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and expand export markets by identifying new business opportunities and acquiring international customers.
• Manage the entire export sales cycle, from prospecting and negotiations to order fulfillment and customer relationship management.
• Prepare pricing proposals, negotiate commercial terms, and close sales agreements with international buyers.
• Coordinate export logistics, including shipment planning, freight tracking, and export documentation.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations and export documentation requirements, including Form NXP, commercial invoices, certificates of origin, and bills of lading.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with distributors, freight forwarders, regulatory agencies, and other key stakeholders.
• Gather and analyze market intelligence, competitor activities, and customer insights to support business strategy.
• Monitor assigned markets and provide regular sales forecasts, performance reports, and market updates.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely order processing and customer satisfaction.