Import Export Manager Production & Specialised Services Managers
SaveWhat Does an Import Export Manager Do?
Import export managers install and maintain procedures for cross-border business, coordinating internal and external parties.
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Where Do I Start?
International Commercial Transactions Rules
Pre-defined commercial terms used in international commercial transactions which stipulate clear tasks, costs and risks associated with the delivery of goods and services.
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These are common skills for this role. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box — use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become an Import Export Manager
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialInternational Commercial Transactions Rules knowledge
Pre-defined commercial terms used in international commercial transactions which stipulate clear tasks, costs and risks associated with the delivery of goods and services.
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EssentialEmbargo Regulations knowledge
The national, international and foreign sanctions and embargo regulations, e.g. Council Regulation (EU) No 961/2010.
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EssentialExport Control Principles knowledge
The restrictions a country imposes on its exported products and goods.
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EssentialInternational Import Export Regulations knowledge
Know the principles that govern the import and export of products and equipment, trade restrictions, health and safety measures, licenses, etc.
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EssentialAbide By Business Ethical Code Of Conducts skill
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EssentialApply Conflict Management skill
Take ownership of the handling of all complaints and disputes showing empathy and understanding to achieve resolution. To be fully aware of all Social Responsibility protocols and procedures, and to …
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EssentialBuild Rapport With People From Different Cultural Backgrounds skill
Understand and create a link with people from different cultures, countries, and ideologies without judgements or preconceptions.
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EssentialComprehend Financial Business Terminology skill
Grasp the meaning of basic financial concepts and terms used in businesses and financial institutions or organisations.
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EssentialConduct Performance Measurement skill
Gather, assess and interpret data concerning the performance of a system, component, group of people or organisation.
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EssentialControl Trade Commercial Documentation skill
Monitor written records containing information related to commercial transactions such as invoice, letter of credit, order, shipping, certificate of origin.
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EssentialCreate Solutions To Problems skill
Solve problems which arise in planning, prioritising, organising, directing/facilitating action and evaluating performance. Use systematic processes of collecting, analysing, and synthesising information to evaluate current practice and generate new understandings …
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EssentialDirect Distribution Operations skill
Direct distribution and logistics operations ensuring maximum accuracy and productivity.
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EssentialEnsure Customs Compliance skill
implement and monitor compliance with import and export requirements in order to avoid customs claims, supply chain interruption, increased overall costs.
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EssentialHave Computer Literacy skill
Utilise computers, IT equipment and modern day technology in an efficient way.
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EssentialMaintain Financial Records skill
Keep track of and finalise all formal documents representing the financial transactions of a business or project.
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EssentialManage Processes skill
Manage processes by defining, measuring, controlling and improving them with the goal to meet customer requirements profitably.
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EssentialMeet Deadlines skill
Ensure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.
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EssentialMonitor International Market Performance skill
Continuously monitor the international market performance by staying up-to-date with trade media and trends.
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EssentialPerform Financial Risk Management In International Trade skill
Evaluate and manage the possibility of financial loss and non-payment following international transactions, in the context of foreign exchange market; apply instruments like letters of credit.
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EssentialProduce Sales Reports skill
Maintain records of calls made and products sold over a given time frame, including data regarding sales volumes, number of new accounts contacted and the costs involved.
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EssentialSet Import Export Strategies skill
Develop and plan the strategies for import and export, according to the size of the company, the nature of its products, expertise and business conditions on the international markets.
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EssentialSpeak Different Languages skill
Master foreign languages to be able to communicate in one or more foreign languages.
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Optional Skills (5 of 56 displayed)
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OptionalGeneral Principles Of Food Law knowledge
The national and international legal rules and requirements applied in the food industry.
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OptionalFood Hygiene Rules knowledge
The set of national and international regulations for hygiene of foodstuffs and food safety, e.g. regulation (EC) 852/2004.
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OptionalMining, Construction And Civil Engineering Machinery Products knowledge
The offered mining, construction and civil engineering machinery products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalEmployment Law knowledge
The law which mediates the relationship between employees and employers. It concerns employees' rights at work which are binding by the work contract.
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OptionalTextile Products, Textile Semi-Finished Products And Raw Materials knowledge
The offered textile products, textile semi-finished products and raw materials, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalHardware, Plumbing And Heating Equipment Products knowledge
The offered hardware, plumbing and heating equipment products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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1 bookPlumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies Wholesale Revenues World Summary -
OptionalImport Export Regulations Of Dangerous Chemicals knowledge
The international and national legal rules for exporting and importing dangerous chemicals.
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OptionalAnimal Health Rules Of Distribution Of Products Of Animal Origin knowledge
Types of national and international animal health rules governing the distribution and introduction of products of animal origin for human consumption, e.g. Directive 2002/99/EC.
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OptionalBeverage Products knowledge
The offered beverage products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalCoffee, Tea, Cocoa And Spice Products knowledge
The offered coffee, tea, cocoa and spice products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalExport Regulations Of Dual-Use Goods knowledge
Field of information distinguishing national and international regulations concerning the export of dual-use goods.
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OptionalPerfume And Cosmetic Products knowledge
The offered perfume and cosmetic products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalRegulations On Substances knowledge
The national and international regulations on the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures, e.g. regulation (EC) No 1272/2008.
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OptionalFurniture, Carpet And Lighting Equipment Products knowledge
The offered furniture, carpet and lighting equipment products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalTypes Of Maritime Vessels knowledge
Know a large variety of maritime vessels and their characteristics and specifications. Use that knowledge to ensure that all security, technical, and maintenance measures are taken into account in their …
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OptionalWatches And Jewellery Products knowledge
The offered watches and jewellery products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalAgricultural Equipment knowledge
The offered agricultural machinery and equipment products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalAgricultural Raw Materials, Seeds And Animal Feed Products knowledge
The offered agricultural raw materials, seeds and animal feed products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalChemical Products knowledge
The offered chemical products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalClothing And Footwear Products knowledge
The offered clothing and footwear products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalComputer Equipment knowledge
The offered computers, computer peripheral equipment and software products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalConstruction Products knowledge
The offered construction materials, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalDairy And Edible Oil Products knowledge
The offered dairy products and edible oil products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalElectrical Household Appliances Products knowledge
The offered electrical household appliances products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalElectronic And Telecommunication Equipment knowledge
The offered electronic and telecommunication equipment and products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalFish, Crustacean And Mollusc Products knowledge
The offered fish, crustacean and mollusc products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalFlower And Plant Products knowledge
The offered flower and plant products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalFruit And Vegetable Products knowledge
The offered fruit and vegetable products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalHousehold Products knowledge
The offered household products or goods, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalIndustrial Tools knowledge
The tools and equipment used for industrial purposes, both power and hand tools, and their various uses.
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OptionalMachinery Products knowledge
The offered machinery products their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalMetal And Metal Ore Products knowledge
The offered metal and metal ore products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalOffice Equipment knowledge
The offered office machinery and equipment products, its functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalPharmaceutical Products knowledge
The offered pharmaceutical products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalProtective Measures Against The Introduction Of Organisms knowledge
The national and international protective measures against the introduction of organisms, e.g. Council Directive 2000/29/EC, on protective measures against the introduction into the Community of organisms harmful to plants or …
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OptionalSales Strategies knowledge
The principles concerning customer behaviour and target markets with the aim of promotion and sales of a product or a service.
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OptionalSugar, Chocolate And Sugar Confectionery Products knowledge
The offered sugar, chocolate and sugar confectionery products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalTeamwork Principles knowledge
The cooperation between people characterised by a unified commitment to achieving a given goal, participating equally, maintaining open communication, facilitating effective usage of ideas etc.
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OptionalTextile Industry Machinery Products knowledge
The offered textile industry machinery products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalTobacco Products knowledge
The varieties of products that can be manufactured using tobacco leaves as a base. The types of tobacco products which are smoked tobacco products, smokeless tobacco products, and byproducts of …
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OptionalTypes Of Aircraft knowledge
The various types of aircraft, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalWaste And Scrap Products knowledge
The offered waste and scrap products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalWood Products knowledge
The various wood products such as lumber and furniture, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalMachine Tools knowledge
The offered machine tools and products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalGlassware Products knowledge
The offered china glassware and other glassware products such as cups and vases, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
No book recommendations available yet.
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OptionalLive Animal Products knowledge
The offered live animal products, their specificity and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalMeat And Meat Products knowledge
The offered meat and meat products, their properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalOffice Furniture Products knowledge
The offered office furniture products, its functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
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OptionalAdminister Multi-Modal Logistics skill
Manage the flow of products through multi-modal transportation.
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OptionalApply Strategic Thinking skill
Apply generation and effective application of business insights and possible opportunities, in order to achieve competitive business advantage on a long-term basis.
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OptionalManaging A Business With Great Care skill
Detailed and thorough treatment of transactions, compliance with regulations and supervision of employees, safeguarding a smooth running of daily operations.
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OptionalNegotiate Sales Contracts skill
Come to an agreement between commercial partners with a focus on terms and conditions, specifications, delivery time, price etc.
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OptionalPlan Transport Operations skill
Plan mobility and transport for different departments in order to obtain the best possible movement of equipment and materials. Negotiate the best possible delivery rates. Compare different bids and select …
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OptionalManage Tender Processes skill
Organise the process of writing and designing proposals or bids for tenders.
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OptionalPlan Team Building skill
Encourage team members and build a relationship of mutual trust, respect and cooperation.
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