Importers, Exporters and Wholesalers
Importers, Exporters and Wholesalers plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the operations of importing, exporting and wholesaling establishments.
What the job involves
Identifying local and overseas business opportunities
Developing and implementing business plans, and marketing, operating, human resource, pricing and credit policies and procedures
Determining the mix of products and services to be provided and negotiating conditions of trade
Liaising with local and overseas suppliers and distributors about orders and products
Researching regulatory and statutory requirements affecting the importing, exporting, wholesaling and distribution of goods
Monitoring business performance and preparing estimates, financial statements and reports of operations
Appointing agents and distributors
Arranging the shipping of goods into and out of the country
Overseeing the display and sale of merchandise and preparation of product information for customer service staff and customers
Implementing after-sales service procedures