Director/Executive Director, Trade Product Management - Mizuho : Job Details

Director/Executive Director, Trade Product Management

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Job Description

The role of Executive Director/Director within the Trade Finance (“Trade Products”) of GTBA is to promote our Letter of Credit product offering and execute various trade transactions utilizing the short-term working capital product suite.

The responsibilities include collaboration with GTBA Origination Officers, client Relationship Managers (“RMs”), and clients to identify trade finance needs, coordinating with Business Origination Units, Credit Divisions, and Operations across Mizuho's global network to ensure successful transaction execution. The primary focus is on the Letter of Credit (LOC) offering, with additional duties for other products in the suite.

Responsibilities encompass structuring, arranging, reviewing documentation, and executing LOC opportunities and supporting the working capital product suite with clients, internal units, and legal and credit divisions to source, structure, negotiate, and execute transactions.

General

• Manage transactions for LOC and other trade finance products like SCF, Inventory Finance, and Receivable Purchase, supporting GTBA Origination Units and product partners.
• Articulate product solutions and oversee all phases of structuring, negotiations, pricing, and documentation.
• Coordinate GTBA risk distribution initiatives, including market sounding.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Support the implementation of the Trade Product Business Plan, drive results, and meet targets.

Administrative

• Understand Mizuho's Internal Operating Procedures for all trade products, including supply chain finance, receivable purchase programs, guarantees, trade advances, structured trade products, LC confirmation, and issuance, among others.
• Coordinate credit approvals, documentation negotiations, and operational transaction management within Mizuho network.

Policy

• Review, monitor, and update product IOPs; support new product development and process improvements.

Technical Skills Required

• Extensive banking experience with knowledge of UCP and ISP guidelines; skills in product, credit, operations, and client service within Mizuho's branch network.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Work Experience

• Minimum 10 years in Trade Finance products within financial institutions.

Additional Qualities

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build consensus and negotiate effectively with senior management.
• Proven leadership and business success track record.
• Analytical skills and ability to handle multiple tasks.

Education

College degree in banking/finance; MBA preferred.

Language

Spanish and Portuguese skills are a plus but not required.

Other/Miscellaneous

The candidate will focus on global coordination to promote and execute products, streamline processes, and work closely with internal stakeholders. Salary ranges from $180,000 to $250,000, plus benefits and discretionary bonus.

Other Requirements

Mizuho offers a hybrid working environment with varying remote work opportunities depending on role and local laws.

Company Overview

Mizuho Financial Group, Inc., is among the largest banks globally, with extensive services and a significant international presence. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com for more information.

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