Foreıgn Trade Manager

LADİK ORMAN ÜRÜNLERİ İNŞAAT PLASTİK SANAYİ VE TİC

FOREIGN TRADE MANAGER

We are looking for an experienced, results-driven Foreign Trade Manager to join our team, lead our international trade activities, strengthen our existing export operations, and identify and develop new business opportunities in international markets.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement foreign trade and export strategies in line with the company's objectives.

• Manage and further develop the existing international customer portfolio.

• Identify and develop new countries, markets, customers, and business opportunities.

• Conduct market, industry, and competitor analyses for target markets.

• Manage international customer meetings, quotations, pricing, contracts, and commercial negotiations.

• Oversee and coordinate the entire export process, from order management through shipment and delivery.

• Coordinate export documentation, logistics, customs, and delivery processes in collaboration with the relevant departments.

• Monitor international sales targets and develop action plans to achieve business objectives.

• Represent the company at international customer visits, trade fairs, exhibitions, and industry events.

• Monitor global market trends, industry developments, and potential business opportunities.

• Prepare regular reports on foreign trade activities, international sales performance, and market developments for senior management.

• Work closely with Sales, Production, Finance, and Logistics departments to ensure efficient and seamless foreign trade operations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Mandatory Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in foreign trade and/or export operations.

• C1–C2 level proficiency in English is mandatory.

• Ability to use English fluently and professionally in both written and verbal business communication.

• Proven ability to independently conduct business meetings, presentations, commercial correspondence, and negotiations in English with international customers and business partners.

• Solid experience in export operations, foreign trade procedures, logistics, and customs processes.

• Proven experience in international business development, new customer acquisition, and market expansion.

• Experience in managing quotations, pricing, commercial terms, and negotiation processes.

• No restrictions on international business travel.

Please note: As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to participate in an interview conducted in English to assess their professional English proficiency.

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in International Trade, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.

• Strong communication, presentation, representation, and negotiation skills.

• Strong strategic and analytical thinking abilities.

• Results-driven and target-oriented approach.

• Strong planning, organizational, and reporting skills.

• Ability to manage teams and coordinate effectively across departments.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in the building materials, construction, decoration, or related industries is an advantage.

• Experience across different international markets and/or an established international business network is an advantage.

• Previous experience representing a company at international trade fairs, exhibitions, and customer visits is preferred.

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM THIS ROLE

This position goes beyond managing existing export operations. We are looking for a professional who can activelyacquire new international customers, develop new export markets, identify business opportunities, and contribute directly to the growth of the company's international sales volume.