Trade Finance & Sales Specialist (ID: 664128) - Geylang

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of trade finance products and services, excellent communication skills, and a sales-driven mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Trade Finance Management:

• Facilitate and manage trade finance products such as Letters of Credit (LC), Bank Guarantees, Trade Credit Insurance, and Export/Import Financing.
• Coordinate with banks, financial institutions, and customers to ensure smooth and timely execution of trade finance transactions.
• Provide guidance on trade finance risks, compliance, and documentation requirements.
• Conduct due diligence and risk assessments on trade transactions.
• Monitor and reconcile trade finance transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.

Sales & Business Development:

• Collaborate with the sales team to identify and pursue new business opportunities in global trade and finance.
• Understand customers’ trade finance needs and propose appropriate financial solutions that drive sales and business growth.
• Support the creation of proposals and contracts for trade finance products in coordination with the sales team.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing customers to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.
• Provide input on pricing strategies, terms, and negotiation tactics to drive sales growth.

Client Relationship Management:

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients seeking trade finance solutions.
• Offer continuous support to customers throughout the lifecycle of trade finance transactions, from pre-sale to post-sale.
• Regularly engage with clients to ensure their needs are met and to identify potential upselling and cross-selling opportunities.
• Conduct periodic reviews of client accounts to assess satisfaction and explore further business opportunities.

Risk and Compliance:

• Ensure all trade finance transactions comply with internal policies, international trade regulations, and financial standards.
• Provide guidance and recommendations to sales teams regarding the financial risks associated with trade transactions.
• Stay up to date with changes in international trade regulations and compliance requirements, ensuring the organization is always aligned with industry standards.

Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare and present reports on trade finance activities, sales performance, and business development initiatives to senior management.
• Analyze trade finance trends and market conditions to provide actionable insights to both sales and finance teams.
• Track the effectiveness of trade finance solutions and sales initiatives to optimize performance.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, International Trade, or related field.
• Proven experience in trade finance operations (Letters of Credit, trade loans, guarantees, etc.) and understanding of international trade processes.
• Experience in sales support, client relationship management, and business development.
• Strong knowledge of financial instruments and documentation involved in trade finance.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please click on “Apply”. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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