International Trade Specialist

Skillcloud HCM • Portland, ME

39d • $54,000 - $57,000 • Onsite

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level