Export Sales Administrator At Hcs Affiliates Group

Our client, a well-established company in the FMCG sector and with a long track record in Kenya and overseas Markets, is hiring An Export Sales Administrator.The Job holder will be responsible for co-coordinating the activities of export business and ensuring that the company maintains and grows the existing markets and continuously establish new markets for the company's productsReports to:Head of Sales & MarketingDirect Reports:Export clerkResponsibilitiesAssist the Export Manager in the implementation of strategic plansEnsure the smooth running of all on-line platforms and responding to all enquiries.Assist in preparing shipping documents, regulatory approvals for exports and filing of returns as may be required.Receive, edit, verify, track and coordinate information on customer orders/shipments with production scheduling and dispatch.Maintain/update customer profiles for all clientsEnsure export markets growth, planning, profitability and execution.Gather market intelligence for potential export markets and share with the Export ManagerEnsure all internal control policies in regard to export procedures, trading terms, policies and are adhered to.Assist in developing quarterly rolling SKU, realistic demand forecast for individual markets.Maintain standard operating procedures and customer profiles including key contacts, special requirements, contract rates and a record of any customer preferred services, customer property held by the company including intellectual property, artworks and packaging material.Resolve issues respective to meeting client requirements, data input - general customer service inquiries related to tracking & tracing.Prepare export reports and analysis of statistical data.In liaison with Legal Office, facilitate international registration requirements for the Company and brands; and ensure compliance on all legal and statutory requirements as may be deemed necessary.Perform other duties as requested or assignedKey Result Areas:The accountability areas are as follows;Market forecastingTimely and accurate reportsTimely customer deliveriesKnowledge and Skills Required:Bachelor degree in business related field e.g. International MarketingPost Graduate Diploma in Marketing. (CIM)Qualification in Clearing and Forwarding or Shipping will be an added advantage.Three (3) to five (5) years in FMCGs with a minimum of two (2) in export markets.Demonstrated negotiation skills.Demonstrated strong computer proficiency skills.