Export Manager

RGH-Global Limited

Job Location:

Port Moresby - Papua New Guinea

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description: Export Manager Papua New Guinea

Position Title: Export Manager Location: Port Moresby Papua New Guinea (full-time relocation required) Reporting Line: Direct report to CEO / Senior Management Employment Type: Full-time permanent Remuneration Package: Highly competitive and fully negotiable for the right candidate including comprehensive relocation support housing allowance medical coverage annual home leave flights and performance-based incentives

Role Overview This position requires leading the establishment and ongoing development of export operations for local Papua New Guinea products including agricultural commodities (e.g. palm oil coffee cocoa copra) seafood fisheries resources or other commercially viable local goods. As no formal export business currently exists the Export Manager will construct the function from inception encompassing strategy formulation process implementation market entry regulatory compliance and logistics coordination. The role provides substantial autonomy and strategic influence within an emerging market context.

Key Responsibilities

Formulate and implement a comprehensive export strategy including market research target country selection and structured entry plans for international markets.
Identify assess and secure international buyers agents distributors and strategic partnerships to establish dependable distribution channels.
Develop and oversee end-to-end export operations covering supplier sourcing product quality assurance packaging documentation logistics freight forwarding and shipment execution.
Ensure complete compliance with Papua New Guinea export regulations international trade laws customs procedures Incoterms and destination-country requirements.
Prepare verify and manage all export documentation including commercial invoices packing lists certificates of origin phytosanitary/health certificates bills of lading and export permits.
Negotiate contracts pricing payment terms and delivery conditions with overseas clients while mitigating risks associated with currency credit and geopolitical factors.
Coordinate logistics and supply chain activities to optimise cost delivery reliability and timelines.
Track export performance using key performance indicators sales forecasting profitability analysis and regular reporting to senior management.
Build and supervise a small local team as operations scale delivering training on export processes and performance management.
Monitor global market trends competitor activities trade agreements and regulatory changes pertinent to PNG and target markets.
Identify opportunities for product value addition diversification or enhancement to strengthen export competitiveness.

Essential Requirements

Minimum 810 years of experience in export management international trade or business development preferably with commodities agricultural products seafood or similar goods from emerging markets.
Demonstrated success in establishing or expanding export operations from a low or zero base including greenfield market development.
Comprehensive knowledge of international trade regulations customs procedures export documentation logistics and freight forwarding.
Strong negotiation relationship management and stakeholder engagement capabilities with experience dealing with overseas buyers agents and regulatory bodies.
Familiarity with Papua New Guinea or Pacific Islands markets is highly desirable including understanding of local suppliers logistics infrastructure and business/cultural dynamics.
Analytical proficiency in forecasting budgeting performance monitoring and risk management.
Excellent command of English (written and spoken); proficiency in additional languages (e.g. Mandarin or regional languages) is advantageous.
Willingness to relocate permanently to Papua New Guinea and undertake domestic and international travel as required.
Bachelors degree in Business Administration International Trade Supply Chain Management Agriculture or a related discipline (advanced qualifications preferred).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and relevant export/ERP systems.

What This Opportunity Offers

The opportunity to pioneer and shape a new export revenue stream with direct strategic influence.
High-visibility position with direct reporting to senior leadership and considerable operational autonomy.
Tailored competitive compensation package designed to attract exceptional talent including full relocation assistance and hardship-related benefits.

Candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter highlighting relevant experience in export establishment international trade compliance and any PNG or Pacific market exposure.

While we value all candidates submitting their CVs only shortlisted candidates will be contacted 3cRGH (APAC)

Job Description: Export Manager Papua New Guinea Position Title: Export Manager Location: Port Moresby Papua New Guinea (full-time relocation required) Reporting Line: Direct report to CEO / Senior Management Employment Type: Full-time permanent Remuneration Package: Highly competitive and fully ne...