Trade Relations Manager manages, develops, and maintains good relationships with the other members of the trade. Participates actively in the designing and organizing of public relations activities. Being a Trade Relations Manager is responsible for building and keeping good organization image in the trade. Collects, analyzes, and researches the information of the trade to avoid industry risk and identify new opportunities. Additionally, Trade Relations Manager requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Trade Relations Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Trade Relations Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Are you passionate about connecting with high-level partners around the world and helping Utah businesses build global relationships? Are you a hands-on manager who can delegate but also jump in and get the job done? Are you detail-oriented and good at managing large, complex programs? Do you enjoy working in small teams and on dynamic projects? If you answered “yes” to these questions, we have a role you should explore.
Who We Are
World Trade Center Utah’s vision is to make Utah the crossroads of the world, one business at a time, by accelerating global growth for Utah businesses through our programs, networks, and services. A core component of this effort is the International Programs team, which organizes governor-led trade missions, sector and geography-specific business trips, and industry trade shows to help Utah companies grow international sales, strengthen their supply chains, and access international investment opportunities.
Position Description
The Manager of International Programs is accountable for leading the organization’s efforts to develop and execute these programs, recruiting Utah businesses to participate in these international business trips, managing the program financials, including working with private and public stakeholders to manage program funding. The Manager of International Programs may also serve as a specialist on international policy issues, including how geopolitical trends affect international business.
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Qualifications
Who You Will Report To
Benefits
At WTC Utah, we recognize that great people make a great organization. We value our people and offer employees a broad range of competitive benefits. Learn more about what working at WTC Utah can mean for you.
Our Culture
Our positive and supportive culture encourages our people to do their best work every day. We celebrate individuals by recognizing their uniqueness and offering them the flexibility to make daily choices that can help them to be healthy, centered, confident, and aware.
Growth Opportunities
At WTC Utah, our professional development plan focuses on helping people at every level of their careers identify and use their strengths. From on-the-job learning to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their careers.
At WTC Utah, you will have the opportunity to work with senior leaders from Utah’s growing global companies as well as with government and civic officials from Utah and around the world. Our professional development plan focuses on helping people at every level of their career identify and use their strengths. From on-the-job learning to formal development programs, our teams have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career.
Salary
Commensurate with experience for a not-for-profit organization.
2024 WTC International Programs
April 2024 - 47G Taiwan Aerospace Business Trip
April 2024 – START AgriTech Program
May 2024 – Canada Business Trip
June 2024 – Bio International
June 2024 – Florida International Medical Expo
July 2024 – Farnborough International Airshow
September – October 2024 Korea and Japan Trade Mission
December 2024 – ISPO Munich