International Trade Specialist

Skillcloud HCMPortland, ME
$54,000 - $57,000Onsite

About The Position

Maine International Trade Center is seeking an International Trade Specialist to be based in their Portland, Maine office.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • 1-2 years’ work-related experience, preferably in an entrepreneurial setting.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required; experience working with a CRM preferred.
  • Fundamental understanding of the differing needs of Maine’s rural and urban communities.
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills, including the ability to tailor communication methods to the audience.
  • Strong customer focus skills, including the ability to understand business owners’ needs and recommend resources and tools in a clear and efficient manner.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with an open, welcoming approach that ensures members and colleagues feel heard and supported.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to work onsite in Portland, ME (Monday–Friday), occasional after-hours MITC events, 10–15% in-state travel, and international travel as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as an ‘account manager’ to meet the needs of MITC members and Maine businesses looking to do business internationally.
  • Provide export counseling and research tailored to client’s unique business needs in coordination with other staff and external resources.
  • Develop and recommend resources, programs, and tools to support success; includes grant promotion and counseling.
  • Identify and connect with businesses, entrepreneurs, and organizations statewide to support and promote international business opportunities.
  • Promote the work of MITC and the various programs, tools, and resources available to Maine businesses looking to do business internationally.
  • Expand MITC’s impact and capabilities by seeking out strategic partnerships with businesses, associations, and governmental organizations.
  • Coordinate and attend trade shows, trade delegations, and educational programming in support of Maine businesses seeking to grow internationally.
  • Assist with the development and presentation of MITC workshops and programs.
  • Support incoming trade delegations and other governmental delegations and associations seeking to work with MITC.
  • Attend MITC events, which may entail after hours special events.
  • Travel as required within Maine (around 10%-15%), and, occasionally, internationally as required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Annual pay in the range of: $54,000-$57,000 commensurate with experience
  • Health Care Coverage
  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • Dental and Eye Care Reimbursement
  • Holidays and PTO
  • Convenient location in Portland on the waterfront with parking
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