Vice President of Global Trade & Investment

State of Wisconsin; Madison (WI); Remote; USD 100,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Wisconsin organization is seeking a Vice President of Global Trade & Investment. The role involves driving export initiatives, enhancing market entry strategies, and fostering foreign investment in Wisconsin. The successful candidate will leverage their extensive management experience to lead efforts, collaborate with state agencies, and promote Wisconsin as a global trade leader.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of senior-level management experience in international business.
• Demonstrated experience in trade policy and market strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Wisconsin Trade & Investment Plan implementation.
• Collaborate with local and state agencies to promote Wisconsin investment.
• Oversee the Global Trade and Investment Team.

Skills

Market entry strategies

Export regulations

Economic analysis

Leadership

Project management

Analytic skills

Bilingual ability

Education

Degree in business or related field

Post graduate degree (preferred)

Job description

Introduction

WEDC is a Wisconsin-based organization, with a remote-work first environment. Remote work is intended to be performed in the State of Wisconsin.

Position Summary

The Vice President of Global Trade & Investment is responsible for leading a team and initiatives that will accelerate Wisconsin exports by expanding international markets, enhancing export assistance resources in the state, and by promoting Wisconsin as a destination for foreign investment.

Salary Information

$100,100.00 - $127,600.00 Annually

Job Details

The VP will align activities to support the following primary roles:

• Develop and implement the Wisconsin Trade & Investment Plan including short- and long-range goals, strategies, and tactics to grow exports from the state, to expand the market share of Wisconsin products and services in priority markets, and to leverage the state’s economic and demographic assets to attract Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) to Wisconsin
• Design, build and administer data-driven evaluation tools that program results and team culture oriented around continuous improvement.
• Counsel WEDC leadership, business and government leaders on trade issues and opportunities for Wisconsin. Collaborate with local, county, and state agencies, stakeholders, partners, etc., to align efforts and promote the programs and resources available to Wisconsin companies.
• Provide leadership to the Global Trade and Investment Team and oversee the Division’s operations plan and budget.
  
  

The VP will spend a majority of their time in these activities:

• Develop and evaluate new and existing export development programs and resources including third-party programs supported by WEDC.
• Develop strategies and tactics to engage with Wisconsin businesses to encourage their pursuit of global market opportunities.
• Identify existing ties between Wisconsin and international regions/markets to increase collaboration and develop mutually beneficial relationships in terms of exports and FDI.
• Present at events at the local, state, national, and international level to promote the state of Wisconsin and the benefits of exporting and trade.
• Coordinate with marketing on the management/production of marketing materials, media, advertising, strategy, and tactics.
• Collaborate closely with WEDC, including its business attraction team, and other economic development partners to convert FDI leads into Wisconsin investors.
• Provide leadership to the Global Trade and Investment Team and oversee department budget.
  
  

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Degree in business or related field (post graduate degree preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years of senior-level management experience in internationally oriented industry, business, or economic development.
  
  

Skills And Talents

• Extensive knowledge of the mechanics of exporting, market entry strategies, export regulations and practices, and trade policy.
• Considerable knowledge of economics and business management principles and practices.
• Ability to develop relationships with industry, government officials, and other state agency staff.
• Ability to analyze economic, investment and business factors.
• Ability to lead strategic planning processes and practices.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural, diverse, dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated project management experience in a leadership role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to deal effectively with senior executives, as well as diverse groups of customers and stakeholders, internal and external to the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to partner and influence at all levels the organization and to be viewed as a credible, valuable source of information and integral part of management team.
• Superior analytic skills, and the ability to compile, analyze and leverage performance data to both optimize current business and identify new opportunities.
• Bilingual ability is preferred. Other Requirements:
• International, national, and state-wide travel will occur. Travel is anticipated to include day and overnight travel.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance that meets minimum state requirements are required.
• This position is eligible for reimbursement according to the Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program. This position requires the employee to provide a mobile device that allows for phone, text, and email access.
• Based on the responsibilities of this position, this position may need to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
  
  

How To Apply

Applicants for this position must apply at WEDC website. Questions may be directed to [e-mail]

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.