General Manager / AVP – Exports (Wire & Cable Division)

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General Manager / AVP – Exports (Wire & Cable Division)Company: UKB Electronics Limited Location: Noida Sector -62 ,Corporate office Position Level: Senior Management (General Manager / AVP)Division/Vertical: Specialized Wires, Cables, Harnesses, and Power CordsReporting To: Director / Chief Executive Officer (CEO)Position SummaryUKB Electronics is looking for a seasoned, high-performing global export leader to spearhead the international business expansion for its Wires & Cables Division. In this strategic leadership role, you will own the global export P&L, drive international market penetration, build robust OEM/B2B client relationships across geographies (North America, Europe, Middle East, etc.), and scale up cross-border sales for specialized wires, cables, power cords, and wiring harness solutions.Key Responsibilities1. Strategic Growth & P&L ManagementFormulate and execute the long-term export strategy and annual operating plans (AOP) to drive exponential revenue and market share growth for the Wires & Cables vertical.Own the global export P&L, margin targets, pricing strategies, and budget allocations.Identify new global markets, high-potential regions, and emerging application sectors (e.g., EV/Automotive, Telecom, Consumer Electronics, Industrial Infrastructure).2. Global Business Development & Client AcquisitionDrive aggressive international client acquisition, focusing on tier-1 global OEMs, distributors, and large-scale industrial buyers.Lead high-stakes global contract negotiations, strategic partnerships, and long-term supply agreements.Expand the footprint of UKB’s specialized wires, cables, and power cords portfolio in international markets.3. Export Operations, Compliance & LogisticsOversee end-to-end export operations including order management, global supply chain synchronization, freight forwarding, and customs clearance.Ensure strict adherence to international quality standards, certifications, and trade regulations (e.g., UL, CE, RoHS, REACH, IATF 16949 compliance requirements). Coordinate closely with the Noida and Pune manufacturing/plant operations to align production planning with global shipment timelines.4. Team Leadership & Cross-Functional CollaborationBuild, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of export sales managers, logistics coordinators, and business development executives.Collaborate closely with R&D, New Product Development (NPD), and Quality Assurance teams to ensure customized global products meet specific international client specifications.Desired Candidate ProfileEducation:Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.An MBA in International Business or Marketing is highly preferred.Experience:15+ years of total experience in global export sales and business development within the Wire & Cable industry, with hands-on expertise handling UL-approved cables & VDE, BASEC. Must have International Travel Exposure like preferably USA, Mexico knowledge of various international standard like UL, VDE, BASEC more advantage Proven track record at a leadership capacity (GM or AVP level) managing large-scale international accounts and scaling export revenues.Industry Knowledge: Deep technical and commercial understanding of specialized industrial wires, cables, power cords, and wiring harnesses.Skills & Competencies:Exceptional acumen in global market dynamics, export-import (EXIM) policies, and international compliance.Strong negotiation, interpersonal, and cross-cultural communication skills.Demonstrated ability to lead large teams and collaborate effectively with manufacturing plants.For More Details: www.ukbelectronics.com