IDB Invest – Trade and Supply Chain Finance Managing Director

IDB Invest – Trade and Supply Chain Finance Managing Director

Washington D.C. 

IDB Invest

IDB Invest is an international financial institution and the private sector arm of the IDB Group that aims to solve development needs in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our mission is to support sustainable enterprises and projects that achieve financial results while maximizing regional social and environmental development. IDB Invest operates in 26 countries grouped into four regions and three industries (Infrastructure and Energy, Financial Intermediaries, and Corporates).

IDB Invest's shareholders recently approved a $3.5 billion capitalization to support a transformative business model, "Originate to Share," to attract greater private investment that drives development and climate impact in Latin America and the Caribbean. This will enable IDB Invest to nearly double its annual regional investments from approximately $8 billion to $19 billion.

IDB Invest has reorganized its structure to implement this new business model, creating the Financial Solutions, Mobilization, and Asset Sharing (FSM) Department. This department will support the industries and regions department in structuring transactions, mobilizing assets for investors, and managing the equity business.

About this position

We seek a dynamic and experienced leader to join as Trade and Supply Chain Finance Managing Director.

The candidate should be an experienced banker with significant expertise in designing and implementing trade and supply chain finance solutions and strong relationships with market stakeholders.

As Trade and Supply Chain Finance Managing Director, you will report directly to the Chief Products Officer and be responsible for achieving the business targets.

Main Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the strategic vision for trade and supply chain finance products, aligning them with IDB Invest’s objectives and priorities.
• Lead the design and structuring of innovative trade and supply chain finance solutions that facilitate cross-border trade and support development goals.
• Conduct a comprehensive analysis of market trends, needs, and challenges in trade and supply chain finance to identify opportunities for product development.
• Enhance customer experience by providing seamless and efficient trade finance solutions.
• Develop strategies to originate trade finance assets and distribute them to a broader investor base, enhancing liquidity and risk-sharing.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including businesses, financial institutions, and government agencies, to enhance collaboration and investment opportunities.
• Oversee the evaluation and management of risk associated with trade and supply chain financing, ensuring effective mitigation strategies are in place.
• Ensure the structuring of financial instruments is designed to optimize liquidity and access to finance for businesses, particularly SMEs in developing countries.
• Establish metrics and frameworks for monitoring the performance and impact of trade and supply chain finance products, ensuring alignment with development outcomes, achieving financial targets, and contributing to IDB Invest’s financial sustainability.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a skilled team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning within the unit.
• Advocate for regulatory and policy frameworks that support trade and supply chain finance, contributing to a more conducive environment for investment.
• Facilitate the exchange of best practices and insights within the organization and with external stakeholders to enhance the effectiveness of trade and supply chain finance initiatives.