Business Development Executive

Business Development Executive

Akbar Brothers (Pvt) Limited
Sri Lanka's Largest Tea Exporter

With a strong legacy of strategic growth and market leadership, Akbar Brothers is seeking a dynamic and Detail-oriented business development professional to support key account operations, coordinate merchandising activities and ensure smooth execution of day-to-day client and supply chain processes across local and international markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with planning team and production activities to ensure customer orders are completed and delivered within agreed timelines.
• Monitor ingredient and packaging material availability, liaising with relevant teams to support smooth production operations.
• Prepare and share sample sheets, production sheets, and ingredient sheets accurately and on time.
• Arrange the preparation and dispatch of customer samples in a timely manner to meet customer requirements.
• Take proactive action on urgent requirements and work closely with internal teams to resolve issues, ensuring production schedules and customer deadlines are consistently achieved.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication and timely fulfilment of requirements.
• Collaborate effectively with other supporting teams like Shipping, Quality and Finance to ensure smooth process of supporting works.

Prerequisites:

• Diploma or Degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in Key Account Management, Customer Coordination, Production Planning, or a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in coordinating production schedules and managing customer requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.
• Good organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and urgent requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in the FMCG or tea manufacturing industry will be an added advantage.

How to Apply:

Please send your CV to careers@akbar.com mentioning two non-related referees, with the subject line 'Business Development Executive' within 7 days.