United States
Sector
Keyword
Export Executive
Minimum ? Graduate, preferably
Certified training for Export Executive (programme aligned to AMH/Q 1602 released by Apparel Made ? Ups Home Furnishing)
Preferably 1 - 2 years of work experience in export department
The tasks an Export Executive is expected to perform include:
Planning and co-ordinating the international shipment of goods
Negotiating with a variety of people, such as shippers, agents and vendors during the course of their work
Having excellent customer service skills in dealing with customers/buyers
Preparing and managing shipment related documents
Interpreting the export financing methods and terms of payment
Handling the Central Excise/Customs Clearance
Handling all the regulations, procedures and documentation
Ensuring shipping compliance
Managing export marketing operations
Analysing foreign trade logistics
Knowledge of nature of logistics and supply chains shipping compliance guidelines garment specifications
Knowledge of packing standards and procedures
Knowledge of invoicing instructions and framework of export marketing management
Skilled in export promotional strategies and export marketing procedure/processes
Basic knowledge of impact of technology: internet marketing
Knowledge of functions of the export department
Skilled in foreign exchange risk management
Knowledge of foreign currencies and conversion
Familiar with documentation formalities relating to export transactions
Basic knowledge of export financing methods and terms of payment
Knowledge of Central Excise/Customs Clearance like regulations, procedures and documentation
Knowledge of export marketing procedures and documentation
Skilled in planning for the export and marketing operations
Proficient in analyzing the logistics options for shipment
Training in export marketing procedures and documentation
Good analytical skills
Good communication skills
Hard working
Attention to detail
Negotiating skills
It is a desk job
Need not handle a team
Local travelling is not a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs maybe available
Work from home option is not available
Working hours
Companies usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from company to company
Shift system maybe available
Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?
No
This job is not considered hazardous or dangerous
One may develop occupational hazards such as stress on eyes, mental and physical strain, joint pains, etc. if not taken care of
For candidates with experience - INR 15,000 to INR 16,000 per month
(These figures are indicative and subject to change)
Apparel Industry in India
According to a report by IBEF, Indian textile and apparel have a history of fine craftsmanship and global appeal. Cotton, silk and denim from India are highly popular abroad and with the upsurge in Indian design talent, Indian apparel has also found success in the fashion centers of the world.
India is the second largest producer of textiles and garments in the world with an enormous raw material and manufacturing base. This industry accounts for almost 24per cent of the world?s spindle capacity and eight per cent of global rotor capacity. In the near future, India's apparel exports to developed markets are expected to increase considerably. India has the potential to increase its textile and apparel share in the world trade from 4.5 per cent to eight per cent and reach US$ 80 million by 2020. So, this sector will have a lot of demand for Export Executive in the present as well as in the future.
Exporting units
Cities and towns across India
Government and private colleges and universities across India