About the Role
The International Business Development Associate (IBDA) is an entry-level position designed to develop future International Business Development Managers through hands-on experience, mentorship, and progressive responsibility. As an IBDA, you'll work directly with our international team and distributors around the world while learning how a global consumer products business grows brands, enters new markets, and builds customer relationships.
Responsibilities
- Learn the fundamentals of international sales, distribution, logistics, market development, and global business operations.
- Support assigned markets in partnership with International Business Development Managers, with opportunities for regional expertise.
- Assist with quarterly business reviews, distributor communications, account planning, and market-specific projects.
- Support distributor search and market development efforts, including identifying and evaluating potential partners.
- Monitor industry trends, economic conditions, and market developments, reporting relevant insights.
- Manage inbound international business inquiries, including qualification, routing, and maintenance.
- Learn and master internal business intelligence tools to analyze sales performance and customer trends.
- Review and manage international distributor marketing approval requests in accordance with brand guidelines.
- Conduct quarterly reviews of distributor social media and digital marketing activities.
- Lead special projects involving market research, business intelligence, distributor strategy, and international growth initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or one year B2B sales experience required.
- Fluency in English required.
- Willingness to travel internationally <10%.
- Fluency in a foreign language is a plus.
- Study abroad program experience is a plus.
- Relevant coursework or projects related to international business, economics, or global affairs is a plus.
Experience Level
- Entry-level
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree
Salary/Compensations
- $56,740 - $59,740
Benefits
- Immediate eligibility in 401K Savings Plan & Match
- Medical & Dental/Vision Insurance
- Weekly Dependent Care Reimbursement
- Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- On-site Café & Fitness Center
- Free family fitness memberships
About the Company
- Making the famous LITTLE TREES air fresheners here in the USA since 1952.
