Trade & Recruitment Manager

Initial Posting Date: 12/04/2025

Final date to receive applications: 12/30/2025

Agency:
Oregon Business Development Department

Salary Range: $7,353 - $11,373

Position Type:
Employee

Position Title:

Trade & Recruitment Manager

Business Oregon, the state’s economic development agency, is currently hiring a Trade & Recruitment Manager (Grants, Loans, & Programs Manager
2). This position supports the agency by providing management and oversight of staff focused on international trade/export promotion, business recruitment/foreign direct investment and international relations throughout Oregon. The Trade & Recruitment Manager will work closely with state, regional and local partners to promote Oregon as a location for expanding domestic and international businesses while also assisting Oregon exporters to market and sell their goods abroad.

This role also provides a key opportunity to advance Oregon’s economic development mission by planning and participating in outbound missions led by the Oregon Governor or agency Director.

We are committed to fostering a supportive work environment that promotes work-life balance and flexibility. This hybrid role offers remote work options, with the expectation of occasional in-office presence as needed to support business operations.

• Oversee the strategic vision and policy direction for promoting Oregon in foreign markets and attracting Foreign Direct Investment.
• Lead and organize international Governor Trade Missions and participation in trade shows, Select USA Investment Summit, and other high-profile events to promote Oregon and its business climate.
• Develop and implement FDI and business recruitment strategies, including marketing campaigns, grant programs, and export promotion initiatives.
• Manage, mentor, and provide leadership to a team of professional staff, including foreign trade offices and contracted consultants.
• Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels—including the Governor’s Office, local governments, businesses, and international partners—to advance trade and recruitment objectives.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and agency policies, maintain accurate program performance metrics, and recommend program improvements.
• Review and approve contract agreements. Monitor program budget and resource allocation for optimal program delivery.
• Represent Business Oregon at legislative, policy, and stakeholder meetings, providing expertise on global trade, business recruitment, and economic development strategies.
• Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and affirmative action within program operations and team management.

• Experience providing direct management of a team of high-level professional staff.
• Strong collaborative leadership and team development skills, including the ability to mentor and guide staff, build consensus among internal and external stakeholders, and lead cross‑functional teams to achieve complex, high‑impact economic development objectives.
• Business Recruitment/Foreign Direct Investment experience with managing projects and developing location promotion and Foreign Direct Investment strategies grounded in measurable market data which have been successful in meeting key performance metrics.
• Advanced skills in applying economic, industry, and trade data to guide decisions and in developing policies, strategic plans, and program frameworks aligned with federal and state requirements.
• Export Promotion Experience managing export promotion/international trade programs for U.S. exporters including familiarity with international trade shows, B2B matchmaking and Gold Key services in conjunction with the U.S. Commercial Service offices.
• Experience analyzing international markets, leading trade missions, managing foreign contractors, and developing export promotion and FDI strategies grounded in measurable data. Skilled at working across cultures, engaging with foreign governments, negotiating Memorandums of Understanding, and representing the state in international settings while building strong professional relationships.

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