333106 - Import and export specialist (manager)

Responsible for the organization, development and monitoring of import and export of goods. Understands import and export regulations, legislation governing international trade, market and customer needs, fundamentals of financial analysis and other aspects related to trade activities. Declares goods transported across the border, informs users about customs and provides advice on disputes related to customs legislation.

Main activities

• plans and organizes the processes of import and export of goods, executes transactions on time and with quality;
• conducts market research and analysis, determines demand, competitors' activities and the most fashionable goods;
• prepares export and import contracts, agrees conditions with clients;
• offers effective ways of improving the export and import strategy, increases profits and applies risk reduction measures;
• prepares financial documents, invoices, processes payments and monitors the payment process.

Characteristic competences

• negotiate with clients;
• prepare and present reports;
• to know customs matters and other related aspects;
• apply knowledge in practice;
• to organize and manage the import and export processes of goods.