State of Wisconsinposted 30 days ago
$64,400 - $80,500/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Remote • Madison, WI
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Market Development Director (MDD) promotes Wisconsin's economic growth by increasing exports and attracting foreign direct investment. This position will develop and implement initiatives for companies entering Wisconsin and export acceleration programs for companies expanding globally. The MDD manages select Authorized Trade Representatives (ATR) in the high volume and high growth markets matching Wisconsin industry sectors, in assigned geographic portfolio areas.

Responsibilities

  • Support an increase in Wisconsin exports.
  • Counsel Wisconsin businesses on exporting into multiple geographies with an emphasis on Europe, documentation, logistics, payment methods and compliance.
  • Propose, lead and coordinate WEDC's participation in foreign trade events and in-country market development activities.
  • Field requests from Wisconsin businesses on country specific import requirements and regulations.
  • Recruit businesses to participate in export related training, services and missions. Educate Wisconsin companies new to export.
  • Respond to requests from Wisconsin businesses on how to get started in exporting.
  • Leverage, expand, and promote export assistance resources located within Wisconsin.
  • Write reports, articles and other marketing material to promote exporting.
  • Provide on-going updates to Wisconsin businesses, government leaders and WEDC leadership on foreign trade issues within their geographic responsibility.
  • Mentor local/regional economic development organizations on trade and exporting.
  • Research and analyze trade policies and data to provide technical advice.
  • Anticipate, research and report on future changes in import/export laws, trade agreements, issues and opportunities for portfolio responsibility area, and ensure it is built into WEDC's planning.
  • Collaborate and coordinate with external and internal customers.
  • Identify foreign direct investment (FDI) opportunities and hand-off to international business attraction team.
  • Maintain contact and an ongoing relationship with the trade commissions of geographic focus.
  • Develop an export strategy and an implementation plan for his/her assigned portfolio.
  • Participate in annual division planning process and ensure that one's portfolio strategy is coordinated with the divisional and state level strategies.
  • Identify and justify recommended strategy revisions when required.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Economics, Foreign Language or Cultural Studies or any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge and skills.
  • Minimum of five years of experience related to exporting and international business in the areas of business development, export operations, investment, sales, marketing, promotion, or in a state, US federal or overseas trade promotion agency.

Nice-to-haves

  • Bilingual ability is highly preferred.
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