Trade Manager Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of trade manager. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for trade compliance training to employees specifically on applicable export controls, import controls, company policies and procedures.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Knowledge of the fleet market (company cars & leasing) would be a great add
• Creative, able to “look outside of the box”, autonomous
• Prior experience in P&L management for assigned category and/or channel
• Customer focus when organizing and managing the execution of deliverables
• Lead and coach a team of professionals
• Open Communication, understanding of multinational communication structure
• Flexibility, conceptual thinking and hands-on management
• Knowledge of beer industry, specifically wholesaler/supplier-level

In response to your job posting for trade manager, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for guidance and support for import, export, trade compliance matters to all company sites and subsidiaries around the world.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• RRNA, 8 Rules
• NAFTA, ALADI, TLCUE, Central America Analysis
• Control of inventories (Annex 24, Annex 31)
• Tariff classification
• Operations Special, Virtual
• Familiarity with US, EU other import and export regulations including HTS classification framework and other Government Agency requirements
• Developed business acumen on an International level
• Continual self-education and knowledge development of new and existing trends, styles, and products within the Supplier portfolio competitive brands

In response to your job posting for trade manager, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for trade Compliance expertise and coordination for all export and import regulatory compliance activities.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Provide strategic direction to drive and achieve sales and profit objectives for New York City market
• Work directly with the business unit functions to provide field feedback on performance issues and customer requirements - functions include Customer Service, Technical, R&D, Distribution, Manufacturing, Credit, Forecasting, Inventory Control, Sales Planning, Environmental Health and Safety, Human Resources, Information Technology and Legal, and Store Operations
• Enforce and maintain equal employment and ethical standards in accordance with PPG policy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel at an advanced level (use financial and logical functions
• How to drive a performance culture
• Develop and Motivate teams & individuals
• Able to identify competitive trends and provide recommendations on how to take advantage of same
• Energetic, positive mind-set and attitude

I am excited to be applying for the position of trade manager. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for direction on new supply chain opportunities with import/export regulatory implications and potential tactical and strategic benefits.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Experience in the liner shipping industry and trade management
• Teamwork-oriented and able to work with a virtual team
• Conducts periodic formal assessments of the Division and plant activities to ensure that policies and procedures are properly followed and that all activities and transactions are in compliance with the appropriate import/export laws
• Develop and manage a duty drawback program that identifies both current and future opportunities to reclaim duty paid on imported articles
• Manage Duty Drawback program from claim preparation through claim filing, prepare Duty Drawback Procedure Manual updates, publish and train
• Develops and nurtures a working environment in support of Alcoa’s Vision and Values
• Accountable for the management of customs fees and duties paid for ATEP
• Regularly represents ATEP and Alcoa in dealings with other plants, personnel from other BU’s and RU’s, customers, suppliers, and government regulatory agencies

I would like to submit my application for the trade manager opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for technical assistance and oversight of all import and export trade compliance requirements including Foreign/Free Trade Zones or Treaties; internal controls, valuation, dutiable assists, recordkeeping and audits.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Sound UK Export Control Regulations, ITAR, and EAR knowledge
• Sound UK Bribery Act & FCPA knowledge
• Determination and resilience to overcome all obstacles to key deliverables being met, whilst demonstrating behaviours in line with our culture
• Solid negotiation, project management, presentation and collaboration skills
• Excellent judgment and creative problem solving skills, including conflict resolution
• Strategic understanding of Company strategies, directions and business priorities
• Comprehensive understanding and experience of managing all elements of the marketing mix
• Solid understanding of consumer/customer environment and trends