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Saskatchewan exporters have a lot to offer the world.  Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership (STEP) is the best-in-class agency and champions the provinces export industry and assists provincial businesses in realizing global market opportunities.
Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership (STEP) is seeking a Trade Specialist - Manufacturing & Technology as part of its dynamic team of international marketing professionals.

Your role is to promote Saskatchewan's export interests in the manufacturing and technology sector. You will undertake trade development activities to advance opportunities for Saskatchewan exporters, both nationally and internationally, that support their pursuit of sales, contracts and projects.

Primary responsibilities include counseling exporters on international market opportunities and strategies, organizing outgoing trade missions and attracting international buyers to Saskatchewan. Strong sales/marketing/business development, communication and project management skills are necessary to generate results and work with the network of Saskatchewan exporters, partner organizations and international contacts. This is a full-time permanent position.

In addition to qualities noted above, you need to possess other knowledge, skills and abilities such as:
- Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience in international business or marketing
- Minimum of three years of relevant work experience in marketing, new business development or sales
- Experience in the agricultural machinery sector is an asset
- Strong knowledge of Saskatchewan export capabilities
- Good knowledge of international marketing and business practices
- Flexibility to travel in-province and outside of the province and country
- Excellent verbal & written communications skills
- Canadian citizenship or Canadian permanent residency

Salary range: $63,808 - $86,328