Employment Opportunities

Southern United States Trade Association is seeking an office manager with excellent organizational and communication skills. Very competitive salary and benefits package, including 401(k) savings, health, dental, and life insurance, paid vacation, and paid parking.  Email jerry@susta.org

ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE - PORTUGUESE SPEAKING

Intralox, L.L.C., a division of Laitram based in Harahan and the world's leading manufacturer of modular plastic conveyor belts has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Account Representative - Inside Sales to support our Brazilian market. Our sustained growth and financial success are the result of a diligent focus on continuous improvement, a core belief that self-managed people are our greatest asset, and a commitment to ideas, teamwork, and effort.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing existing accounts through a proactive, multi-telephone call process in order to develop stronger business relationships and close new business. This person is a major component of an industry-focused team formed to maintain and grow sales, service requests for sales orders and quotes, and make product recommendations that provide value-added solutions to existing customers.

If you are a Portuguese-speaking outside sales representative who is tired of constant travel, or a phone sales professional with proven up-selling skills, exceptional relationship building skills, and have demonstrated unparalleled service to customers, this position may be ideal for you.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Excellent verbal & written communication skills in Portuguese
* Ability to communicate proficiently in English
* Previous commercial work experience (inside or outside), minimum
of 3 years
* College degree preferred
* Strong mathematical and technical aptitude
* Must be detail oriented and possess excellent problem solving
skills
* Must be able to handle multiple tasks using strong
organizational skills
* Self-managed and a team player
* Working knowledge of Windows-based software
* Ability to work some weekends and early schedules to accommodate
time differences in the Brazil work day
* Occasional travel is required
* Spanish a Plus

In addition to a positive work environment, Laitram, L.L.C. offers an excellent compensation and benefits package. Interested candidates should submit his/her resume, complete with salary history and in confidence through our parent company's website: www.laitram.com.

Company: Expeditors International of Washington Inc

1.) Position: Import Manager

Description: Tremendous opportunity for a highly motivated individual
who possesses a Customs Broker License.
Expeditors New Orleans is a growing office in the Gulf Coast market. Ideal candidate is well organized, effective problem solver and
enjoys managing a team. Ability to communicate with US Customs
and knowledge of Post Entry work and Compliance is required.

Career Level: Mid Career 2 yrs Experience

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: Negotiable and commensurate with experience

Please send resume to Melanie Wiwi @ melanie,wiwi@expeditors.com

2.) Position: Import Transportation Customer Service

Description: Expeditors New Orleans is seeking a highly motivated and
energetic individual with strong customer service and problem solving
skills.We hire for ATTITUDE and train for SKILLS.
Ideal applicant will posses the following skill set:
well organized
attention to detail
friendly/outgoing demeanor
willingness to help others
strong multi- tasking ability

Major duties to include the following:
Telephone and email contact with customers and other Expeditors worldwide offices
Monitor workload to ensure all customer requirements and expectations are met
Prepare rate quotes
Maintain Assigned Daily reports
Arrange customer deliveries
Liase with Customs Entry team

Career Level: Entry

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: Negotiable and commensurate with experience
Please send resume to Melanie Wiwi @ melanie,wiwi@expeditors.com

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Specific Qualification: Bilingual Speaking (Spanish)
Qualifications: Master Level Social Worker

General Description: Non-Profit Health Center is seeking a Clinical Social Worker to work in it's Westbank location with 2 years of clinical work experience in behavioral/mental health services with adults.

Excellent pay and benefits including 401K, Medical, Dental, Life, Vision after 90 days. M-F 8-5 p.m.

Interested candidates, please e-mail resumes with two references at staff@bilingualcare.com 

Sr. Accountant

Non-Profit Health Center is seeking a Sr. Accountant to report to the CFO of it's Westbank corporate office.
Specific Qualifications: Bilingual Speaking (Spanish)
Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree
Candidate should have at least 5 years experience. M-F 8-5 p.m.

Excellent pay and benefits incuding 401K, Medical, Dental, Life, Vision after 90 days. M-F 8-5 p.m.

Interested candidates, please contact 504-253-0364 or send resume at staff@bilingualcare.com

Internship Opportunity for International Business and Management Students

Summer, semester, and yearlong internships are available at 1st Stop to undergraduate and graduate-level students on a volunteer basis. Internships are offered to students in all areas of study who have an interest in learning about world cultures and developing skills in international trade.

Responsibilities

1st Stop interns assist international companies, including incoming trade delegations, in market research projects specific to each company's business sector(s) of interest in Louisiana. Under the direction of WTC staff, 1st Stop student interns are put in direct contact with each of the companies to which they have been assigned. In addition, interns are responsible for monitoring one or more key Louisiana industry sectors in order to assist the WTC to gain further knowledge about these sectors and thereby help the international companies seeking new business in Louisiana. Student interns also research and add information to 1st Stop databases on Louisiana companies and trade associations in their assigned sectors.

Benefits

1st Stop interns are eligible to attend at no charge a four-session 18-hour export/import seminar conducted by the Louisiana International Trade Center/SBDC, WTC international trade programs, and industry trade shows and expos, as appropriate.

Contact

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume via e-mail to Chad Odom, Manager of 1st Stop, at codom@wtcno.org.  For more information call (504) 529-1601 ext. 262.

Part-time Payroll Clerk for Non-profit Trade Organization. 22.50 to 25 hours a week. Compensation depends on qualifications and work experience. Minimum 5 years experience in payroll processing. Knowledgeable in child support garnishments, federal and state income tax levies and quarterly payroll tax returns. Benefits include holiday pay, sick pay, vacation pay and 401(k) Plan. Fax resume with cover letter to (504) 619-9861.

Internship Opportunity: Small Business Development/Louisiana International Trade Center

The Small Business Development/Louisiana International Trade Center located in the World Trade Center is currently accepting resumes for two unpaid student intern positions.

Interns will be required to work between 16 and 20 hours a week and will assist in international market research and business development. Interns will also have an opportunity to attend at no charge, as part of the training, an 18-hour Export/Import Seminar focusing on international market research, international banking and finance, documentation and transportation, and international legal matters.

If interested in the internship, contact Ruperto Chavarri, Program Director, at e-mail address rchavarr@uno.edu or call (504) 568-8222.

INTERNSHIP AVAILABLE AT WTC - The World Trade Center of New Orleans, a non-profit organization of 2,000 corporate and individual members that is dedicated to adding wealth and jobs in Louisiana through international trade, has an opening for an unpaid intern to assist with projects related to its international trade programs and membership activities. Basic computer and office skills, a professional demeanor, and ability to interact with people of varied cultural backgrounds are required. For consideration, please send a letter of interest and a resume to Susannah Coolidge, Trade Programs Manager of the WTC, at scoolidge@wtcno.org or by fax to (504) 529-1691. 

The World Trade Center's Plimsoll Club is seeking employees for the following positions: Wait Staff, Porters and Dishwashers. Please call Marc Garcia at (504) 529-1701 Monday through Friday for more information.