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Job Title: Export Manager – FMCG
Company: A1 SKC Food Products Private Limited
Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Experience: 5-10 Years in FMCG Exports
Employment Type: Full Time
About the Role:
A1 SKC Food Products Private Limited is a legacy FMCG brand since 1975, known for traditional food products including Pure Cow Ghee, Saffron, Asafoetida (Perungayam), and Jaggery Powder. We are seeking a dynamic Export Manager to lead our international business expansion across these product categories.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Export Market Development & Launch
– Identify and evaluate new international markets for ghee, saffron, asafoetida, jaggery powder, and other traditional food products
– Develop and execute go-to-market strategies for new country launches
– Appoint and manage distributors, channel partners, and importers
– Ensure product-market fit across pricing, packaging, regulatory compliance, and positioning
2. Sales & Business Growth
– Achieve export sales targets and profitability goals across all product categories
– Drive primary and secondary sales in assigned territories
– Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and consumer behavior
– Expand product presence across modern trade, general trade, and e-commerce channels globally
3. Export Operations & Compliance
– Handle end-to-end export documentation: Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin
– Coordinate with logistics, CHA, freight forwarders, and regulatory bodies
– Ensure compliance with international trade laws and country-specific norms for food products
– Monitor order processing, shipment tracking, and delivery timelines
4. Regulatory & Relationship Management
– Ensure adherence to labeling, certification requirements like FDA, FSSAI, Halal, Organic as per market
– Build and maintain strong relationships with international distributors and partners
– Represent company at international trade fairs and B2B meetings
– Negotiate commercial terms, contracts, and agreements
5. Internal Coordination
– Collaborate with Production, Supply Chain, Finance, and Marketing teams
– Provide demand forecasts and inventory planning inputs
Key Skills & Competencies:
– 5-10 years experience in FMCG exports with mandatory exposure to launching & scaling new international markets
– Strong knowledge of export documentation, Incoterms, logistics, and compliance for food products
– Experience in exporting traditional Indian food products like ghee, spices, condiments preferred
– Excellent negotiation and communication skills
– Strategic mindset with execution excellence
– Ability to work across multiple geographies and cultures
Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s degree in Business, International Trade, Marketing
– MBA in International Business preferred
– Certification in Export-Import Management is an added advantage
Preferred Industry Exposure:
Traditional Indian Food Products – Ghee, Saffron, Spices, Condiments, Jaggery. Experience in Middle East, US, Africa, Southeast Asia, or Europe markets preferred.
KPIs:
– Successful launch of new export markets
– Export revenue growth and profitability across product categories
– Distributor network expansion
– Order fulfillment efficiency and compliance adherence
How to Apply:
Interested candidates share updated resume to: hr@a1skc.com
Subject Line: Application for Export Manager – FMCG
Immediate joiners preferred.
