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Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Arkabandhu Exim·Posted 3 weeks ago

Location

Hyderabad

Experience

10–20 years

Required Skills

international tradefreight forwardingcustomsinternational logisticstrade financebusiness developmentexportsimportsEXIM documentationPL management

About the Role

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Arkabandhu Exim

Location:
Hyderabad
Industry:
ExportImport | International Trade
Experience:
1020+ years preferred

About Arkabandhu Exim
Arkabandhu Exim
is an emerging international trade company focused on building strong cross-border business opportunities across select sectors and global markets.
Backed by
experience and business exposure spanning exports and imports across 30+ countries
, Arkabandhu Exim brings together international market understanding, trade networks and an entrepreneurial approach to global commerce.

The company is founded and promoted by a
dynamic serial entrepreneur and investor with experience across multiple industries
, bringing a strong track record in building businesses, developing partnerships and creating international market connections.

The Opportunity
Arkabandhu Exim is looking for an experienced and entrepreneurial
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
to lead and scale its international trade and EXIM operations.
Key Responsibilities

Lead overall business development, operations and P&L.
Develop international buyers, suppliers and strategic trade relationships.
Manage end-to-end
export and import operations
.
Oversee EXIM documentation, customs, regulatory compliance and trade finance.
Manage freight forwarders, shipping lines, CHAs and logistics partners.
Build relationships with industry associations, Export Promotion Councils, Chambers of Commerce and trade bodies.
Build and lead the EXIM and international business-development team.

Candidate Profile

1020+ years of experience in
exports, imports and international trade
.
Strong hands-on knowledge of
EXIM documentation, freight forwarding, customs and international logistics
.
Proven ability to develop international buyers and close commercial transactions.
Strong network across industry associations, trade bodies and the EXIM ecosystem.
Experience in international negotiations, commercial contracts and trade finance.
Strong entrepreneurial, leadership and P&L orientation.

Preferred Sector Exposure
Agarwood/Oud | Granite & Natural Stone | Fish & Shrimp/Seafood | Quinoa | Millets | Agri & Food Products | Commodity Trading
Education
MBA / PGDM / Masters in
International Business, Foreign Trade, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance or Marketing
preferred.
Candidates from
IIFT, IIMs, ISB or other premier Indian/global business schools
, or those holding recognised professional qualifications in Foreign Trade/EXIM/International Business, will have an advantage.

Compensation
Competitive leadership compensation + performance-linked incentives + long-term growth opportunities
, commensurate with experience and capability.
Interested candidates may apply with their CV along with a brief summary of international trade experience, key markets handled and industry network.

mail to careers@arkabandhuexim.com .

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