export sales manager (fmcg).

• Reporting to: Head of Sales
• Location: Pasir Gudang, Johor
• Team size: Sole contributor at first, with the potential to lead a team
• Accelerate your global commercial leadership trajectory by taking complete strategic ownership of high-growth overseas markets across the Middle East and US, backed by direct mentorship from a seasoned FMCG leader and premier international trade show exposure.

the role

• Identify, target, and open strategic export markets across the Middle East and secondary territories (US) to hit ambitious annual sales targets.
• Plan, execute, and follow up on overseas sales trips, international trade shows, and global food exhibitions.
• Proactively prospect new international distributors, manage trade quotes, negotiate contracts, and nurture key account relationships.
• Formulate annual sales budgets, conduct demand forecasting, manage trade promotion programs, and monitor monthly performance against target variances.
• Partner with factory, R&D, and quality assurance teams to coordinate new product development and adapt packaging for international compliance.

the experience

• Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of commercial FMCG experience within the food industry or food manufacturing sector.
• Background covering international export sales, experience managing distributors across the Middle East and/or US markets is highly desirable.
• Practical understanding of export logistics, trade compliance, and food safety standards (HALAL, HACCP, FSSC22000, BRC).
• High commercial acumen with a strong appetite for opening new markets and driving international sales velocity.

To apply online, please use the relevant link provided. Alternatively, please contact Daniel at 0169301789 if you are interested in the job. You can also connect with Daniel on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-chang-865b271ba/ for further information.