Overview
Importers or Exporters manage the operations of importing or exporting establishments.
Day-to-day
- identifies local and overseas business opportunities
- develops and implements business plans, as well as the policies and procedures for marketing, operating, human resource, pricing and credit
- determines the mix of products and services to be provided and negotiates conditions of trade
- liaises with local and overseas suppliers and distributors about orders and products
- researches regulatory and statutory requirements affecting the importing, exporting, wholesaling and distribution of goods
- monitors business performance and prepares the estimates, financial statements and reports of operations.
Considerations
- Stressful
To become an Importer and Exporter
You need extensive experience, or a formal qualification in commerce to work as an Importer or Exporter. Vocational Education and Training (VET) and university are both common study pathways.
Skills employers are looking for
