About Expedock

Expedock is a leading innovator in logistics technology, transforming how businesses manage supply chains through automation and visibility. We are expanding into trade finance, specifically Accounts Receivable (AR) and inventory financing, to help our clients secure faster funding and optimize cash flow. We are seeking a skilled Trade Finance Manager to build and lead this new financing arm, focusing on lending to US businesses.

Job Description

• Develop Financing Solutions: Design, implement, and manage trade finance products, including AR and inventory financing, tailored to US-based logistics and freight forwarding businesses.
• Client Relationship Management: Collaborate closely with US clients to understand their financing needs and offer solutions that enhance their working capital and liquidity.
• Structuring and Underwriting: Lead the structuring of financing deals, perform due diligence, and underwrite transactions while managing risk exposure.
• Banking Partnerships: Build and maintain relationships with US financial institutions and alternative lenders to secure capital for financing programs.
• Process Optimization: Streamline the approval process, aiming to reduce funding timelines to 2-3 days, and explore innovative debt structures for businesses with existing liabilities.
• Team Leadership: Oversee the recruitment and management of a trade finance team as the arm scales.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all financing activities comply with relevant US financial regulations and company policies.
• Reporting & Analysis: Monitor portfolio performance, manage risks, and provide financial reports to senior leadership, ensuring transparency and accuracy

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CFA is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in trade finance, AR financing, or inventory financing, with a focus on lending to US businesses.
• Proven track record in structuring and executing trade finance deals for US companies.
• Strong understanding of US credit analysis, financial structuring, and underwriting processes.
• Experience in import and export trade financing, with a deep understanding of global trade operations and cross-border financial transactions.
• Experience building and managing relationships with US-based banks, financial institutions, and alternative lenders.
• Knowledge of US financial regulations, compliance, and risk management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and lead a team as the financing arm expands.

Why Expedock?

• A dynamic and innovative work environment.
• Opportunity to shape the trade finance arm of an industry-leading tech company.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Growth opportunities as this new division expands.