Export Manager

Export Manager

Malta (On-site)

Salary: Negotiable

Start: ASAP

Languages: English

I'm looking for an entrepreneurial Export Manager to spearhead my client’s international expansion, taking products from concept all the way to market leadership.

This high-impact role blends business development, product innovation, and operational execution to drive new revenue and forge global partnerships.

You will be reporting directly to me (CEO). You'll unlock growth across Europe.

Who I need:

A battle-tested export leader with 6+ years accelerating food industry growth, hands-on expertise from idea to shelf, and a track record of scaling European markets.

Your Core Impact Areas

Strategic Market Expansion

Build our export growth engine – craft strategies for high-potential European marketsHunt new opportunities – customers, distributors, channels via networks and intelSecure partnerships – pitch business cases to me and close strategic dealsHit the road – represent us at trade fairs and client meetings (frequent EU travel)

Product Innovation to Market

Own the full lifecycle – concept, design, production, compliance, launchTailor for success – partner with production/quality/marketing for market-perfect fitNail timelines – factory to final distribution without a hitch

Export Operations Excellence

Master logistics flow – customs, compliance, seamless global deliverySync the chain – factories, partners, customers in perfect rhythmExecute flawlessly – documentation, risk management, on-time wins

Commercial & Financial Leadership

Drive the numbers – own export P&L, sales targets, margins, pricingAdvise me directly – forecasts, budgets, performance insightsMaximize profit – smart costing and market pricing mastery

Team & Cross-Functional Leadership

Lead our export crew – seniors, remote/international collaboratorsUnite the company – production, finance, logistics, sales alignmentBuild winners – accountability and peak performance in fast-paced chaos

Your Success Profile

6+ years export/international business (food sector ideal) Market maker – proven new customers, channels, revenue growthProject pro – concept-to-launch with zero execution gapsTeam commander – seniors, remote/global teamsOperations guru – EU logistics, customs, regulationsFinancially sharp – P&L, pricing, forecasting ownershipRoad warrior – Europe travel + CEO collaboration

Additional Information

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
Industry: Hospitality
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Functions: Management

Skills

Sales | English | Food and Beverage Operations | Customs Regulations | Forecasting | Export Operations | Finance | Marketing | Logistics Management