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H&R Group US, Inc.

Sales Rep

Houston, TX

... Export Manager (Hamburg, Germany) • Technical Manager - (Houston) Primary markets for the role ... assist to Sales Managers and General Manager • Customer Satisfaction Sales Coordinator for ...

H&R Group US, Inc.

Sales Rep

Houston, TX

... Export Manager (Hamburg, Germany) • Technical Manager - (Houston) Primary markets for the role ... assist to Sales Managers and General Manager • Customer Satisfaction Sales Coordinator for ...

MIM INTERNATIONAL INC

Inside Sales PVF

Houston, TX

$55K - $65K/mo

MIM International, Inc. is a well-established import-export and distribution company specializing ... Track inventory, pricing, and delivery schedules. * Assist with sales reporting, customer ...

MIM INTERNATIONAL INC

Inside Sales PVF

Houston, TX

$55K - $65K/mo

MIM International, Inc. is a well-established import-export and distribution company specializing ... Track inventory, pricing, and delivery schedules. * Assist with sales reporting, customer ...

MIM INTERNATIONAL INC

Inside Sales PVF

Houston, TX

$55K - $65K/mo

MIM International, Inc. is a well-established import-export and distribution company specializing ... Track inventory, pricing, and delivery schedules. * Assist with sales reporting, customer ...

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Inside Sales Coordinator

Houston, TX · On-site

$62K - $66K/yr

... * Assist outside sales representatives with business plans aligned to company goals and objectives ... International experience preferred- meaning export and import knowledge in logistics * 1-2 years of ...

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How much do export sales assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for export sales assistant in Spring, TX is $17.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.49 and $19.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Export Sales Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Export Sales Assistant, you need a solid understanding of international trade processes, strong organizational skills, and usually a background in business or international relations. Familiarity with export documentation, ERP systems, and CRM tools is typically required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and cultural awareness are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills ensure smooth coordination with global clients and compliance with export regulations, supporting successful international sales operations.

What are some common challenges faced by Export Sales Assistants, and how can they be managed effectively?

Export Sales Assistants often navigate challenges such as managing international client communications across different time zones, handling complex export documentation, and ensuring compliance with various countries' regulations. To manage these challenges effectively, it’s important to stay organized, develop strong attention to detail, and build a solid understanding of international trade practices. Proactively communicating with both internal teams and external partners also helps prevent misunderstandings and ensures smooth transactions.

What does an Export Sales Assistant do?

An Export Sales Assistant supports the export sales team by managing administrative tasks, processing orders, coordinating shipments, and handling customer inquiries from international clients. They ensure that all export documentation is accurate and compliant with regulations, and they often liaise with freight forwarders, customs agents, and other logistics partners. Their role is vital for ensuring that goods reach overseas customers efficiently and on time, while also maintaining excellent customer service throughout the process.
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Job Posting Title Senior Account Executive - Export

Job Posting Title Senior Account Executive - Export

Westlake Corporation

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Westlake Chemical rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 32 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

25th of 90 rated chemical manufacturers

Job description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.
SUMMARY
Develops, recommends, and implements approved and profitable export PVC sales plans and establishes key customer partnerships that are consistent with and supportive of the export PVC strategy, division goals and objectives. Manages a portfolio of customers consisting of traders, direct end users, and distributors globally. Estimated annual sales responsibility is $150MM and 500 million pounds of PVC. Demonstrates a complete grasp of the products and operations within the vinyl chemicals SBU. Also manages receivables and expenses within required targets.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Works under the direction of the Sr. Manager International Sales but operates independently on a day-to-day basis.
  • Maintains and develops complex global customer accounts for export PVC, packaged resin versus rail cars, accounts receivable and expenses to achieve sales growth and/or profit objectives. Develops and maintains key high-level relationships with top executives at key accounts to establish Westlake value at all levels (multi-level selling).
  • Responsible for setting/coordinating the account strategy for all accounts, distributors, and trading partners. This is also to include: sales call frequency, management visit frequency and content, technical service visit frequency and agenda.
  • Works with the Sr. Manager International Sales, Director Sales PVC/VCM and Business Manager PVC/VCM to formulate, recommend, and implement strategic sales plans and marketing objectives to assure the Vinyl Chemicals SBU (PVC/VCM Team) meets or exceeds their short and long-term international business objectives outside of the U.S. and Canada.
  • Under guidance of Sr. Manager International Sales, Director Sales - PVC/VCM and Business Manager PVC/VCM negotiates prices and sales volumes for PVC export sales.
  • Develops detailed annual sales plan and facilitates / coordinates all functional resources to deliver on plan. Also must assist/work with SBU and staff functions such as Transportation, S&OP, Marketing, Finance, Law, Credit, and Customer Service.
  • Leads problem solving analysis in assigned areas and often participates in problem solving in additional non-assigned areas. Seen as a key resource internally within department.
  • Foresight to provide input on market, sales trends, forecasts, and in making decisions on critical sales initiatives.
  • Strong knowledge of the global PVC and chlor-vinyls industry. Should be able to understand the factors that influence global supply/demand and pricing and compile data independently to begin formulating an analysis of the current market landscape in each region.
  • Contributes to process improvements and efficiency in department
  • Participate, when appropriate, in interdepartmental meetings to address account needs or issues and contribute to process improvements and efficiencies within the SBU.
  • Comply with all Company policies and procedures
  • Fully supports Company goals of continuous improvement and operational excellence at strategic and tactical levels including reviewing area of responsibility for improvement opportunities to initiate projects or communicate ideas to management as well as active participation on project teams
  • Any additional responsibilities or tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • The incumbent must have in depth knowledge of business and cultural practices including related laws and regulations in the countries where we do business.
  • The incumbent must be familiar with international finance, credit and distribution operations, U.S. import/export laws, and other related laws and regulations (i.e. REACH, Anti-Dumping Duties, etc.)
  • The person must have a working knowledge of international distributors and export trading operations while maintaining contacts and relationships within these organizations.
  • Possesses expertise based on long and proven track record in sales strategies, face-to-face selling skills, and specialized products or markets.
  • Ability to effectively and independently communicates orally and in writing to the appropriate audience in a timely manner and to communicate with and make presentations to customers and senior management.
  • Completes responsibilities and projects assigned by management in a timely manner.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
  • Required B.A degree in business or technical discipline, and minimum 8-10 years of sales experience preferably in Vinyl Chemicals or like industry.
  • Chemicals and / or PVC/Chlor-Alkali knowledge and end use process technology are key.
  • Strong Communication Skills - written, verbal & listening.
  • Organization - good time management skills & a self-starter. Strong work ethic.
  • Good Interpersonal Skills.
  • Good problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word and other software tools.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as normally based in an office. Some of the work may be required in the operating units which can require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. Travel up to 50% including air travel or auto travel.
Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.
If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.

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