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Import and Export Manager (Stellar Solutions PLC)

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Business Administration

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7 years - 10 years

1 Position

2025-04-16

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2025-04-26

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Fields of study

Business Administration

Finance

Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Full Time

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Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Import and Export Manager to lead and oversee our international trade operations with a focus on coffee, oilseeds, and pulses. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic mindset, strong financial acumen, and a deep understanding of banking systems, trade regulations, and operational efficiency. This individual will play a critical role in planning, forecasting, and executing import/export strategies that align with our business objectives. The role involves the management of the company’s vision through the effective implementation of its mission and core values.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Strategic Planning & Execution: Develop and implement import and export strategies that support the company’s growth objectives, with particular focus on the coffee, oilseeds, and pulses markets.

  • Financial & Banking Oversight: Work closely with the finance team to manage Letters of Credit (LCs), foreign exchange, international payments, and trade finance instruments. 

  • Ensure compliance with banking procedures and financial regulations.

  • Operational Management: Oversee the end-to-end operations of import and export activities, including logistics, documentation, customs clearance, and freight forwarding.

  • Leadership & Team Development: Manage and mentor a team of trade and logistics professionals. Foster a culture of accountability, efficiency, and high performance.

  • Forecasting & Performance Monitoring: Lead demand forecasting and inventory planning activities. Set measurable KPIs and monitor trade performance against financial and operational targets.

  • Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure compliance with all local and international trade laws, regulations, and industry standards. Mitigate risks related to delays, penalties, or supply chain disruptions.

  • Psychology of Money & Deal-Making: Demonstrate an understanding of how financial behavior influences trade negotiations, pricing strategy, and long-term business relationships.

  • Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, buyers, government bodies, shipping lines, banks, and inspection agencies.

  • Time-Sensitive Execution: Ensure that all trade operations are executed with a high level of urgency and precision to meet strict shipping schedules and contractual deadlines. 

Job Requirements

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field. Master’s degree is a plus.

  • Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in international trade, preferably in coffee or oilseeds/pulses export.

  • Proven experience in financial and banking processes related to trade, including LCs, trade finance, and forex.

  • Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams.

  • Excellent planning, analytical, and forecasting skills.

  • Goal-oriented with a keen sense of urgency and ability to work under pressure.

  • Knowledge of international trade laws, documentation, and customs procedures.

  • Strong negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills.

  • Strategic thinker with business acumen and a solid grasp of financial psychology in trade.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should send their resume to Samrawitdebebe@ethiojobs.net  OR lidiya.ashenafi@ethiojobs.net  with a Subject line of “Import and Export manager"

Fields Of Study

Business Administration

Finance

Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Skills Required

apply import strategies

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