What is an export manager and how to become one

Key steps to become an export manager

1. Explore export manager education requirements

   Most common export manager degrees

   Bachelor's

   63.1 %

   Master's

   14.8 %

   Associate

   12.3 %

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2. Start to develop specific export manager skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Logistics	13.75%
   Customer Service	12.33%
   Booking	8.29%
   Export Compliance	5.01%
   Forwarders	4.88%

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3. Complete relevant export manager training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New export managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an export manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real export manager resumes.

4. Research export manager duties and responsibilities

   • Manage all NVOCC and freight forwarding operations.
   • Negotiate and manage export carrier contracts, trucking, full container loads, LCL and airfreight.
   • Proof read, manage and negotiate contracts with national carriers and rates obtain from NVOCC's.
   • Streamline logistics management by designing, developing and programming web-base applications for preparing shipping quotes and managing export documents.

5. Apply for export manager jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for an export manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams