Importer and Exporter
Importers and exporters sell and buy goods produced in Australia for export to overseas markets, or procure products made overseas for import to Australian markets, including raw materials, foodstuffs and manufactured goods.
Importers and exporters may perform the following tasks:
- supervise and coordinate the marketing activities of overseas distributors/agents and assist in administrative, sales and marketing functions
- investigate and assess overseas demand for goods produced in Australia, or local demand for goods produced overseas
- research and comply with legal requirements affecting import and export of goods to and from Australia
- discuss orders and arrange for the production of goods with suppliers and distributors/agents
- arrange the shipment of goods, ensuring that all customs barrier control procedures and other documentation requirements are satisfied
- arrange payment for goods, making sure that these payments meet financial regulations in Australia and overseas
- talk to freight forwarders and customs brokers, who make freight and space bookings with airline or shipping companies and arrange for the movement of cargo from airports and wharves
- keep an eye on the performance of the business and prepare financial statements and report on import/export operations.
Specialisations:
Import/Export (Administration) Manager
An import/export (administration) manager is usually based in the company's head office. The main role is the supervision of the receipt, recording and progress of import/export orders through the company in an efficient manner. This involves liaising with company departments, customers and outside organisations.
Import/Export (Distribution) Manager
An import/export (distribution) manager coordinates the movement of goods in and out of the country, ensures compliance with customs barrier control matters, and negotiates freight rates and delivery schedules.
Import/Export (Sales/Marketing) Manager
An import/export (sales/marketing) manager travels overseas to obtain orders or source supplies from overseas customers, attends tradeshows and exhibitions, and demonstrates products or acquires product knowledge.
Personal Requirements:
- good communication and negotiation skills
- good understanding of commercial activity
- research and administrative skills
- good at basic mathematics
- ability to speak one or more foreign languages is highly desirable (a considerable amount of overseas travel may be required).
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