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Regional Manager, International Trade & Development for SelectFlorida

Fedconline, Coral Gables, FL, United States


Regional Manager, International Trade & Development for SelectFlorida SelectFlorida

Full Time

Posted

2 months ago

Job Title:

Regional Manager, International Trade & Development Base Location:

Coral Gables

This job is responsible for the management of SelectFlorida’s Latin American and Caribbean trade development program.

ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES or TASKS:

Through pro‑active marketing and outreach efforts develop a clientele of export‑ready manufacturing and other firms that are able to utilize SelectFlorida’s (SFI) export programs

Counsel and provide technical assistance to targeted companies to upgrade their knowledge of export markets, export marketing and the export process

Strategize, promote and then recruit targeted companies to participate in ITBD’s trade events

Participate in and support international trade promotion programs sponsored by EDOs, export finance agencies and other partners

Pro‑actively promote Florida’s international advantages and SFI services through participation in group counseling events such as speeches, presentations and panel discussions

Coordinate the recruitment and promotion of export sales missions in Florida. Assist in developing marketing materials, participant lists, invitation letters and email template

Manage the advance planning and execution of export sales missions including arranging and facilitating high‑level meetings, events and business matchmaking sessions

As directed, plan and coordinate domestic high‑profile international trade events conducive to the international development of Florida.

Identify and secure sponsorship resources. Select sponsorship candidates, develop solicitation materials, make presentations and personal contacts

Partner with management on strategic projects related to international trade

SUPERVISION: Not applicable

ACCOUNTABILITY: Impact and Scope: No financial or other measurable accountabilities have been identified with this posting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in international business, marketing, finance or international relations. MBA preferred.

Five years experience in domestic/international business or international trade development

General knowledge of domestic and international business practices and export processes

Communication capabilities that include verbal, written and presentation skills

Experience with the development and execution of international business strategies

Knowledge of Microsoft Office products required and Sales Force, a plus.

25% international and domestic travel

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Competency in a second, pertinent language: Spanish and/or Portuguese

Knowledge of country‑specific foreign markets and customs

Demonstrated influencing and negotiating skills

Knowledge of factors and processes that characterize the international business operations of Florida firms

To apply, contact: Pauline Jacobs, Director, Human Resources SelectFlorida pauline.jacobs@selectflorida.org Office: 407-956-5645

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