Job Share - Acadian Trading House Inc.

Acadian Trading House Inc.
(Maison de Commerce Acadienne Inc.)

MARKETING MANAGER

The Acadian Trading House Inc. (ATH) is a marketing group of eight (8) manufacturers of wood & building products located in Northern New Brunswick. The company seeks to hire a marketing manager to oversee their international trade activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, organize, develop and execute marketing initiatives that will drive business development opportunities
• Develop a marketing strategy identifying key marketing efforts and promotional tools needed including annual budget for implementation
• Develop key promotional tools for their strategic use
• Identify and target international markets and key projects
• Undertake travel, as required, to expand customer base and business opportunities
• Provide the ATH Group with suitable contract opportunities for product supply and sales
• Coordinate and monitor ATH marketing campaigns and make recommendations to revise business and marketing strategy as needed
• Prepare reports and briefs for the ATH Group and its Board of Directors
• Report directly to the Board of Directors and attend board meetings as required

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Education, Training & Experience

• University degree in marketing, business administration or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• A minimum five (5) years of experience in marketing & sales and/or in the wood sector and the value-added wood manufacturing sector
• An acceptable combination of education, training and experience will be considered
• Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) preferred and will be considered an asset

Skills & Competencies

• Able to identify relevant contacts, develop and maintain business relationships
• Motivated, autonomous, good leadership skills and excellent team player
• Strong analytical skills, able to initiate and develop strategic action plans
• Excellent personal and communication skills (spoken and written)
• Languages: English and French: at a minimum, be fluent in one and good in the other.
• Spanish will be considered an asset.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Full time position ; minimum 3 year contract with option for renewal
• Salary based on experience; up to 90,000$ per annum plus benefits
• Candidate must commit to establish residence in New Brunswick

INFORMATION FOR SUBMISSIONS

1 - Resume
2 - Response to the following five (5) questions:

• Describe your experience in marketing products then your experience in
• international marketing
• Describe your experience in the value-added wood products manufacturing sector
• In what consists your experience in the analysis of marketing challenges and
• the development of strategic action plans?
• Describe your experience in developing and sustaining business relationships
• with industry
• If you consider yourself innovative and a forward-thinker, please describe its
• justification

CONTACT

If interested in the position, please send your information to the attention of:

Mr. Robert Lennon
Acadian Trading House Inc. \ Maison de Commerce Acadienne Inc.
97 Roseberry street,
Campbellton, New Brunswick
E3N 3H3
Tel. 506.547.6053
blennon@xstratazinc.ca

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: AUGUST 6, 2010

Job Share - Scotiabank Group

Job Title: Senior Manager, Credit Solutions (Financial Institutions Portfolio)
Position Type: Full Time
Location: Toronto, ON
Job Category: Risk Management

POSITION SUMMARY:

Global Transaction Banking brings to the fore the Scotiabank Group’s capabilities in cash management, payments, trade finance and correspondent banking, and foreign exchange, as well as retail and self-service electronic banking products. Together, our people’s expertise and enthusiasm helps develop personal and integrated business solutions and deliver them to clients of all three business lines on a global basis.

As the Senior Manager - Credit Solutions, your superior knowledge of risk mitigation and Basel risk rating concepts within international jurisdictions (including emerging markets) will be leveraged to shape the newly created Credit Solutions Unit within Global Transaction Banking (GTB).

You have demonstrated the ability to respond to change and ambiguity with good judgment and flexibility ensuring sound business outcomes. Your track record of strong business relationships and coaching skills will enable you to share your passion and expertise, further developing the credit competencies of the team to achieve business results. Using your in-depth knowledge of credit, regulatory compliance, associated documentation and operational experience you enhance the quality and efficiency of this new unit. It is anticipated the Unit’s output will have a high profile with senior management across multiple business lines.

The global nature of the business line requires you possess strong interest in international issues, including an awareness of global trade flows and business trends (e.g. economic, technological, social, legal, regulatory and political) which could impact the financial viability of clients within the Department’s global footprint. The wide variety of markets, jurisdictions, and cultural environments covered adds a further level of complexity to the financial analysis and accounting knowledge required.

Key Accountabilities for this role:

In partnership with the Relationship Managers for the Financial Institution portfolio, the Senior Manager - Credit Solutions is responsible for contributing to the profitable development of the Financial Institution portfolio through the final production of high quality credit applications, involving appropriate structuring, risk mitigation, and recommendations on total exposures / aggregation and pricing.

1. Analyzing, structuring, writing or supervising, reviewing, presenting and recommending of credit proposals (including risk mitigation and Borrower / Facility risk rating) in partnership with the relationship management teams.
2. Recommending alternative terms, conditions and structures and monitoring pricing to ensure a viable proposal.
3. Enhancing the accurate, effective, and timely communication of credit requests and authorized terms and conditions.
4. Acting as the primary contact, providing support to the Financial Institutions Relationship Managers, other business line partners, global Representative Offices and Scotiabank subsidiaries with respect to credit applications/Basel risk rating procedures and database input queries. Attending client meetings as required.
5. Remaining aware of relevant financial, legal, political, technological, and industry information in the countries where the department conducts business, with a focus on the more complex countries.
6. Ensuring the ongoing quality and regulatory compliance of the assigned credit portfolio through control, monitoring and administration of specific conditions and reporting requirements (including AML/ATF, Basel II etc) .


QUALIFICATIONS:

MBA or BA (International Business, Economics, or similar) and 5+ years (or equivalent combination) directly related experience along with the following skill set:

* Superior credit, risk assessment, and structuring skills (previous banking or credit solutions exposure would be an asset)
* Superior accounting and financial analysis skills
* In-depth knowledge of the lending policies, practices and procedures preferably in large financial institutions
* Highly organized, analytical, and logical
* Strong communication skills, both written and oral
* Active listening skills with a broad variety of international stakeholders.
* Good coaching and negotiating skills
* Ability to read/write in another language (Spanish, Russian, etc.) would be an asset.
* Strong knowledge of (or aptitude to learn quickly about) financial institutions credit and risk analysis
* Strong knowledge of (or aptitude to learn quickly about) trade finance, financial institutions, treasury, and capital markets products would be an asset.
* CITP Designation an Asset


APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

All interested candidates, please apply by following the link below:

https://recruiter.kenexa.com/scotiabank/cc/CCJobDetailAction.ss?command=CCViewDetail&ccid=bupJEdUjsTs%3D&job_REQUISITION_NUMBER=73463


The Scotiabank Group is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all interested parties. We thank you for your interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No agencies please.

PARTNERSHIP SUPPORTS WOMEN DOING BUSINESS IN INTERNATIONAL TRADE

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, May 28, 2010 – FITT (Forum for International Trade Training) and the Organisation for Women in International Trade-Toronto Chapter (OWIT-Toronto) announce their new partnership during OWIT’s Membership Mixer in Toronto, ON, May 25, 2010.

The goal of the collaboration is for both organizations to work in partnership to provide enhanced service and information sharing/channels of communications to their respective client and membership base, Canada’s international business community and women involved in international trade.

Through the creation of a strong working relationship both organizations will increase co-operation, and bring added value to respective stakeholders/members. This partnership will advance the standards of excellence that each organization brings to its stakeholders, and will help both achieve their missions.

“This partnership agreement will serve both OWIT-Toronto and FITT in broadening our services to our respective members and the international business community at large,” says Caroline Tompkins, FITT President. “We have been lucky enough to work with OWIT for a number of years, and are thrilled that we can continue to enhance each others strategic goals while promoting the advancement of women in international trade.”

FITT equips individuals and businesses with the practical skills they need to succeed in today’s competitive global marketplace. A not-for-profit organization established by industry and government, FITT develops international business programs, sets competency standards, and designs the certification and accreditation programs for the Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) designation. Their programs and services address human resource issues by, providing employers with resources to build their international business capacity; assisting individuals in developing their international business skills and knowledge; and providing international business training support for educators and students. Centered on best practises and developed by leading global business experts, FITT’s resources are the standard of excellence for trade practitioners. FITT – The professional path to global markets. Visit www.fitt.ca to learn more.

"OWIT-Toronto is excited about this partnership with FITT and we look forward to sharing the benefits of this relationship with FITT and OWIT-Toronto members alike," says Amanda De Vogel, President of OWIT-Toronto.

OWIT-Toronto is a non-profit professional organization designed to promote women doing business internationally, by providing networking opportunities, export education and global business contacts. Members include women entrepreneurs, service providers and business women involved in international trade. Formed in March 2000, OWIT-Toronto was the first Canadian chapter of OWIT International, a worldwide network of chapters promoting international trade and commerce. For further information, please visit www.owit-toronto.ca.

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FITT
Silvia Baptista
Manager, Marketing Communications
silvia@fitt.ca
613.230.3553 ext. 106



OWIT-Toronto
Elizabeth Medichkov
Manager, Strategy
elizabeth.medichkov@gmail.

com
1.416.318.6545

FITT Job Share - The Lamb Company

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The New Zealand and Australian Lamb Company Ltd

We are The New Zealand and Australian Lamb Company Ltd. The “Lamb Company” is the leading importer of lamb in North America. We import very high quality fresh and frozen branded lamb from New Zealand and Australia. As well, commodity goat and mutton, and specialty New Zealand venison cuts. In Canada, we sell to the major retail and wholesale distributors nationally, as well, to regional manufacturers, retailers and distributors. Our headquarters for North America is in Toronto. The position available is in our Western Regional office in Richmond, BC. Position: Logistics Coordinator and Sales Representative, Western Canada Reporting to the Regional Manager and working with our national team, the candidate would be required to handle the movement of imported containers from the Airport and Ocean Ports to our warehouses. Liaise with these warehouses, truckers, customs brokers and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA); as well, manage internal transfers between our warehouses across Canada. The position will have some sales responsibilities, order taking and collections, with specific account ownership. This would include sales planning and tracking. Again meat/industry or other perishable food experience an asset, but not required. This job is an excellent opportunity for a talented individual that is looking for a challenge, and the opportunity to learn and have experience in a broad base of business management areas i.e. logistics and sales and marketing. The position is in our western office, but our business is growing and we are a national company that promotes within. The candidate will have all the positive attributes that we see in the paper: goal setter; problem solver; communicator; likes to work in a dynamic, fast paced environment; must have strong computer skills; must be able to work without supervision; college diploma or university undergraduate in business or in international trade a plus, but not required. CITP designation is an asset. Contact: Glen Adams, CITP Manager, Western Canada Marketing Operations and Commodities, Canada gadams@thelambcompany.ca Website: www.nzlamb.ca

Is your organization looking for an international trade professional? FITT’s community is comprised of international trade practitioner from every industry. Whether you’re looking for a summer student, or a keystone in senior management, tap into the thousands of trade experts who have undertaken FITTskills training—recognized as a standard of excellence by the World Trade Centers Association. Contact us today to find out how you can get your opportunities distributed by FITT. Don’t forget that FITT offers all employers free competency resources that can be used when developing job descriptions. See our resources section for your free copy of the CITP Competency Profile. Sincerely, Kristine Lougas Coordinator, Marketing

116 Lisgar Street / Suite 300 / Ottawa, ON K2P 0C2 Canada Tel: 800.561.3488 l +1.613.230.3553 | Fax: +1.613.230.6808 info@fitt.ca | www.fitt.ca © 2010 FITT. All Rights Reserved

CME Smart Session - The 12 Deadly Sins for New Exporters... and the skills you need to avoid them

Coming out of the current recession it is important that your business look beyond the United States to develop a wider international presence and increase trade. How you prepare and build capacity when it comes to developing international business will be crucial to your success.

In this Smart Session, you will benefit from the experts at the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) who will highlight the key knowledge and skills that your managers and employees need to be able to compete successfully in international markets, and the role that BCIT can play in preparing your company for increased export capability.

The session will be a unique opportunity for your company to share stories of what works and what doesn’t with other BC businesses.

Learn how to ensure that your company is equipped to take advantage of international business opportunities

Who should attend?

CEOs, Marketing/Sales Managers, Plant Managers, and other stakeholders interested in increasing their company’s international profile.

This innovative seminar will allow you to:

Learn more about how you can equip your company and its leaders to increase your
international presence;

Position your company to increase its exports;

Discover the skills you need to operate internationally;

Understand how other businesses have managed to increase their international
presence;

Take advantage of the capacity of BCIT to provide these skills;

Share with others the international business challenges you face, and potential solutions
to these.

Join us to help prepare your business for international success!

Date: Thursday, May 20, 2010
Time: 8:00 am to 11:00 am (Registration & Networking 7:30 am)
Price: $35 Members - $55 Non Members Early Bird till May 6th / $45 Members - $65 Non Members After May 6th
Location: Hampton Inn & Suites, 19500 Langley Bypass (Route 10), Surrey
Register Online: www.cme-mec.ca/bc Questions? Zena Caul at zena.caul@cme-mec.ca

FITT's 13th National Conference, Early Bird Registration

Conference Registration Fees - Early Bird Rates! (available until May 2, 2010)

The full conference package includes all program activities on June 2^nd and 3^rd.

•	FITT Member—$300.00 (Plus GST)
•	Non-Member—$370.00 (Plus GST) BONUS: non-members will receive a 3-month trial General Membership with their registration)
•	FITT Full-Time Student Package—$175.00 (Plus GST) Export Development Canada (EDC) is the presenting partner of a student bursary to reduce the student registration fee. This rate is for students registered with a FITT educational partner institution. Proof of full-time status is required. This fee is only available to the first 25 student registrants.

Tickets for individual days are also available. Visit the conference website for all registration options.

Call for video submissions

Are you a FITTskills student or graduate? Do you have access to a webcam? FITT is calling for FITTskills references to be featured on our up-coming YouTube channel and in other marketing campaigns.

We are looking for 1-2 minute videos that share your experiences in the FITTskills program. How have the courses enhanced your knowledge and experience? What advise do you have for students new to the program? Which courses have impacted you the most? Share your opinion and expertise with us and get your face in front of the international trade community.

Submissions and questions should be sent to Kristine Lougas, Coordinator, Marketing at marketing@fitt.ca