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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.
STEP is seeking a Trade Specialist - Technology, Services & Resources as part of its dynamic team of international marketing professionals.
Your role is to promote Saskatchewan's export interests within the technology, services and resource sector, with the main focus being the technology sector. You will plan and undertake trade development activities to advance opportunities for Saskatchewan technology companies, both nationally and internationally, that support their pursuit of sales, contracts and projects.
Primary responsibilities include counseling exporters on their market opportunities and strategies, organizing outgoing trade missions, attracting international buyers to Saskatchewan and assisting with the provision of market intelligence.
Strong communication, project management and team building skills are necessary to deliver results and work with the network of Saskatchewan exporters, partner organizations and international contacts.
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 the areas of international marketing and sales
- Strong knowledge of the information and communications technology sector
- Minimum of three years of relevant experience is preferred, ideally in the field of sales or marketing in the technology industry
- 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
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