International Marketing Manager - Exports - Europe & US

Description:

Position: International Marketing Manager Exports (Europe & UK)

Location: Erode / South India

Experience: 1015 years preferred

3540 years (flexible for strong profiles slightly below 35)

About the Role:

Our client, a reputed player in the textiles sector, is seeking a Marketing Manager to lead export marketing and customer engagement for the European and UK markets.

The ideal candidate will come from the apparel industry with strong international marketing experience, excellent communication skills, and proven ability to manage global buyers.

Key Responsibilities:

Export Marketing & Client Management:

- Manage and grow export business in Europe & UK markets.

- Build strong relationships with international buyers, buying houses, and importers.

- Present product collections, negotiate prices, and finalize orders.

- Understand buyer requirements, quality expectations, and delivery schedules.

- Coordinate with design, production, and merchandising teams to ensure customer satisfaction.

Market Development:

- Identify new customers, new markets, and new categories for export growth.

- Track competitor activity, customer trends, and changing requirements in EU/UK markets.

- Participate in international trade fairs, exhibitions, and customer visits as needed.

Internal Coordination:

- Work closely with internal teams to ensure sampling, costing, order execution, and timely delivery.

- Maintain strong communication between customer and production teams.

Reporting & Communication:

- Prepare regular reports on market feedback, ongoing orders, and sales performance.

- Communicate confidently and professionally with global customers in English.

Candidate Profile:

Must-Have Qualifications:

- Experience in apparel export marketing (priority).

- Strong English communication (written & spoken) must be confident and articulate.

- Hindi-speaking ability mandatory.

- Experience handling buyers from Europe and/or UK.

- Based in or willing to work in South India; candidates from North or South India with Southern work experience preferred.

- 3540 years strong candidates slightly younger may be considered.

Nice-to-Have:

- Textile background (practical experience or working knowledge).

- Experience in fabric sourcing, product presentations, or export merchandising.