Export Manager (FMCG)

A leading FMCG organisation is seeking an Export Manager to join their team based in Kuala Lumpur. This role offers you the opportunity to drive sales and marketing initiatives across Southeast Asia and UAE. You will be at the heart of regional business growth, managing key accounts and nurturing relationships with distributor partners and local agencies.

What you'll do:

As Export Manager (FMCG) based in Kuala Lumpur, your day-to-day responsibilities revolve around driving business growth across Southeast Asia and UAE. You will be entrusted with managing sales targets, overseeing profit margins, handling advertising budgets, and collaborating with distributor partners to ensure effective execution of marketing strategies. Your role involves developing digital media campaigns with creative agencies, leading packaging design initiatives for local approval, implementing trade marketing programmes, coordinating export logistics solutions, and preparing comprehensive reports on market performance. Success in this position requires you to build dependable relationships with stakeholders while maintaining systematic planning skills. You’ll also attend to new market enquiries and contribute actively to expanding the company’s footprint in emerging regions.

• You will be responsible for achieving top line and bottom line targets for the assigned region, ensuring sustainable business growth.
• You will manage the region’s profit and loss statements as well as advertising and promotion budgets, including rebates management.
• You will oversee demand and supply planning for multiple markets, aligning strategies with distributor partners to optimise performance.
• You will plan, align, and execute marketing and promotional strategies in close collaboration with distributor partners across various countries.
• You will support the development and maintenance of strong relationships with key stakeholders such as distributors, customers, creative agencies, and local authorities.
• You will coordinate with creative agencies to develop digital media content that enhances brand visibility in each market.
• You will lead packaging and label design development processes, securing local approvals for compliance in each country.
• You will implement trade-related advertising and promotion programmes while ensuring smooth coordination between internal teams and external partners.
• You will assist in resolving export logistics issues and supply chain challenges to maintain seamless operations throughout the region.
• You will prepare regular reports detailing export activities, performance metrics, market insights, new enquiries, and potential market developments.

What you bring:

For Export Manager (FMCG) roles based in Kuala Lumpur, your proven experience should include regional sales or marketing exposure within international FMCG environments. You bring a deep understanding of trade marketing practices along with advanced analytical skills that enable you to interpret complex data sets. Your expertise in Excel ensures accurate reporting while your proficiency in PowerPoint supports impactful presentations. You demonstrate systematic organisation in managing multiple projects simultaneously. Your interpersonal abilities allow you to collaborate effectively within teams building trust among colleagues and your planning skills help you execute strategies efficiently across diverse markets. A proactive mindset combined with positive curiosity enables you to adapt quickly to changing circumstances while maintaining high standards of professionalism.

• Minimum degree in business or marketing is required for this position.
• At least five years of regional sales or marketing experience within an international fast-moving consumer goods company is preferred.
• Solid understanding of business operations combined with proven experience in trade marketing is essential.
• A commercial mindset paired with analytical capabilities such as statistics and data analytics is highly valued.
• Full proficiency in English written and spoken communication is mandatory for effective cross-border collaboration.
• Expert-level skills in Microsoft Excel alongside proficiency in PowerPoint are necessary for reporting and presentations.
• Systematic approach to work processes coupled with strong organisational abilities is expected from candidates.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while showing respect towards colleagues is crucial.
• Excellent planning skills combined with execution competences are needed to deliver successful outcomes across multiple markets.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills along with a proactive attitude and positive curiosity are important personal attributes.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where collaboration is encouraged at every level. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities that accommodate personal commitments especially important given the extensive travel requirements associated with this role. Supportive leadership ensures that you receive guidance when needed while being empowered to take initiative on projects that matter most. Training opportunities are available so you can continue developing your skillset as you progress through your career journey. The company’s networked approach means you’re never alone; instead, you’re part of a team dedicated to sharing knowledge and supporting one another’s success. With a focus on communal achievement rather than individual competition, this employer provides an environment where your contributions are recognised and where your professional growth is nurtured through ongoing learning experiences.

What's next:

If you feel ready to connect your expertise with exciting regional opportunities in FMCG exports, now is the time to apply!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C