Export Assistant Manager / Manager

Job Summary

Dashmesh Singapore Pte Ltd is a leading South Asian food distribution company, specialising in Indian and Pakistani dried and packaged food products. We serve regional markets and are committed to delivering quality products and excellent customer service. We are seeking a results-driven and customer-focused Export Assistant Manager / Manager to join our growing team. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving export sales, expanding market presence, and building long-term customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead market development and sales of South Asian dried and packaged food products to regional and overseas customers to increase export revenue
• Acquire and maintain deep product knowledge to effectively communicate product benefits and competitive advantages to customers, enhancing sales conversion
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities by prospecting, networking, responding to trade enquiries, and generating leads to expand market reach
• Manage and nurture relationships with existing customers to maximise sales volume and encourage repeat business
• Develop, implement, and monitor targeted sales strategies to achieve defined sales targets and profitability goals
• Prepare accurate quotations, negotiate pricing terms, and follow up on sales enquiries to close deals efficiently
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely order processing, accurate export documentation, and adherence to delivery schedules
• Monitor market trends, customer demands, and competitor activities to identify and recommend new growth opportunities
• Represent the company at trade shows, customer visits, and overseas business development activities to strengthen market presence
• Prepare and present detailed sales reports and forecasts for management review to support strategic decision-making

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Possession of Class 2B / Class 3 driving licence
• Experience handling regional export markets and overseas customers
• Familiarity with export procedures and documentation
• At least 2-3 years of sales or export experience, preferably in FMCG or food distribution
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Strong negotiation and closing skills
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently

Other Information

Work Schedule

• Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
• Saturday (Alternate): 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM

All Saturdays will be compensated separately.