Trade & Recruitment Manager

the state’s economic development agency, is currently hiring a
** Trade & Recruitment Manager** **(Grants, Loans, & Programs Manager
2).
** This position supports the agency by providing management and oversight of staff focused on international trade/export promotion, business recruitment/foreign direct investment and international relations throughout Oregon. The Trade & Recruitment Manager will work closely with state, regional and local partners to promote Oregon as a location for expanding domestic and international businesses while also assisting Oregon exporters to market and sell their goods abroad.
* Experience providing direct management of a team of high-level professional staff
* Strong collaborative leadership and team development skills, including the ability to mentor and guide staff, build consensus among internal and external stakeholders, and lead cross-functional teams to achieve complex, high-impact economic development objectives.
* Business Recruitment/Foreign Direct Investment experience with managing projects and developing location promotion and Foreign Direct Investment strategies grounded in measurable market data which have been successful in meeting key performance metrics.
* Advanced skills in applying economic, industry, and trade data to guide decisions and in developing policies, strategic plans, and program frameworks aligned with federal and state requirements.
* Export Promotion Experience managing export promotion/international trade programs for U.S. exporters including familiarity with international trade shows, B2B matchmaking and Gold Key services in conjunction with the U.S. Commercial Service offices.
* Experience analyzing international markets, leading trade missions, managing foreign contractors, and developing export promotion and FDI strategies grounded in measurable data. Skilled at working across cultures, engaging with foreign governments, negotiating Memorandums of Understanding, and representing the state in international settings while building strong professional relationships.
* If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee  account through Jobs Hub.
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* ** Family Friendly Work Life Balance**:
Paid time off, 11 holidays, 3 personal days & optional short- and long-term disability benefits.
* ** Take Care of Yourself and Your Family**:
Comprehensive employee benefits, choice of medical plans, vision plan, life insurance, employee assistance program.
* ** Invest in Your Future:
** Pension plan, deferred comp, short- and long-term disability plan, flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
* ** Be Appreciated**:
Employee recognition events, agency unique employee recognition program allowing for additional leave options such as vacation buy-out and sick leave roll-over, dynamic employees doing impactful work.
* ** Inclusion:
** At Business Oregon, we value community and foster a sense of belonging for our employees.
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