Entry Level Trade Finance Specialist Jobs
New grad trade finance specialist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or hands-on project can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings mix on-site and hybrid settings across Retail, Investment & Asset Management, and Manufacturing, with employers like RH, Pella, and JPMorganChase hiring at this level now.
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About Sara Lee Frozen Bakery
Sara Lee desserts have always stood for incredible flavor and superior value in the frozen food aisle and away from home markets. For the first time in over 60 years, Sara Lee is operating independently as Sara Lee Frozen Bakery, a collection of top brands united in quality and innovation, including Sara Lee®, Chef Pierre®, Bistro Collection®, Superior on Main® and Cyrus O’Leary’s®.
Sara Lee Frozen Bakery is proud to take these iconic brands into a new era and to continue the evolution that transformed one small Chicago bakery into an American institution. Using carefully sourced ingredients and time-honored recipes, the company is committed to making life’s moments a little sweeter, putting its customers first and discovering new ways to make everyone’s favorite foods even better.
Working for Sara Lee
Our vision is to be the world’s most beloved bakery by creating irresistable foods, growing with our customers, and delivering value for all. We believe that each of us has unique points of difference and experience to offer. We will achieve success through collaboration and innovation in an environment where employees feel empowered to execute with speed.
Summary:
Key Responsibilities will be to partner with the Foodservice, Retail and ISB Sales Channels to build out reporting that will help the team deliver key customer and sales growth objectives. This position will develop an in-depth knowledge of the industry and partner with Sales to support AOP volume planning, provide standardized and ad hoc business reporting, and help the team succeed on hitting overall company year-end objectives
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop Standardized Trade reporting for all channels to effectively run the business
- Maintain customer and item master hierarchy in Sales Reporting tools
- Lead the ‘Double Dip’ reporting project on the Indirect channel within Foodservice
- Assist in Trade strategies in the K-12 and Buying Group segments within the Foodservice Channel
The position responsibilities outlined above are not to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties and responsibilities may be required and/or assigned as necessary.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
- 1-3 years experience in sales, marketing or finance
- Trade/pricing experience preferred specifically in the Foodservice channel
- Ability to translate business issues into actionable tactics that drive positive results
- The ability to work cross-functionally and to manage a large number of complex projects simultaneously with a proven track record of customer focus (both internal and external).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent analytical skills with sound expertise in financial modeling and analysis.
- Strong systems and spreadsheet skills, including Excel, Power Point, NetSuite (Oracle), Blacksmith, Tibersoft.
Benefits & Compensation:
Sara Lee Frozen Bakery offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support your whole-life well-being. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, tax-advantaged savings accounts (HSA/FSA), a 401(k) plan with company match, company-paid life and disability insurance, and access to wellness resources such as virtual healthcare and an employee assistance program. Employees are also provided a generous paid-time off program including company-paid holidays.
Compensation is based on factors such as experience, education, skills, and role scope, ensuring a fair and competitive salary aligned with market standards. - $70,000-$85,000 + bonus.
Sara Lee Frozen Bakery provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
About Sara Lee Frozen Bakery
Sara Lee desserts have always stood for incredible flavor and superior value in the frozen food aisle and away from home markets. For the first time in over 60 years, Sara Lee is operating independently as Sara Lee Frozen Bakery, a collection of top brands united in quality and innovation, including Sara Lee®, Chef Pierre®, Bistro Collection®, Superior on Main® and Cyrus O’Leary’s®.
Sara Lee Frozen Bakery is proud to take these iconic brands into a new era and to continue the evolution that transformed one small Chicago bakery into an American institution. Using carefully sourced ingredients and time-honored recipes, the company is committed to making life’s moments a little sweeter, putting its customers first and discovering new ways to make everyone’s favorite foods even better.
Working for Sara Lee
Our vision is to be the world’s most beloved bakery by creating irresistable foods, growing with our customers, and delivering value for all. We believe that each of us has unique points of difference and experience to offer. We will achieve success through collaboration and innovation in an environment where employees feel empowered to execute with speed.
Summary:
Key Responsibilities will be to partner with the Foodservice, Retail and ISB Sales Channels to build out reporting that will help the team deliver key customer and sales growth objectives. This position will develop an in-depth knowledge of the industry and partner with Sales to support AOP volume planning, provide standardized and ad hoc business reporting, and help the team succeed on hitting overall company year-end objectives
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop Standardized Trade reporting for all channels to effectively run the business
- Maintain customer and item master hierarchy in Sales Reporting tools
- Lead the ‘Double Dip’ reporting project on the Indirect channel within Foodservice
- Assist in Trade strategies in the K-12 and Buying Group segments within the Foodservice Channel
The position responsibilities outlined above are not to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties and responsibilities may be required and/or assigned as necessary.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
- 1-3 years experience in sales, marketing or finance
- Trade/pricing experience preferred specifically in the Foodservice channel
- Ability to translate business issues into actionable tactics that drive positive results
- The ability to work cross-functionally and to manage a large number of complex projects simultaneously with a proven track record of customer focus (both internal and external).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent analytical skills with sound expertise in financial modeling and analysis.
- Strong systems and spreadsheet skills, including Excel, Power Point, NetSuite (Oracle), Blacksmith, Tibersoft.
Benefits & Compensation:
Sara Lee Frozen Bakery offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support your whole-life well-being. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, tax-advantaged savings accounts (HSA/FSA), a 401(k) plan with company match, company-paid life and disability insurance, and access to wellness resources such as virtual healthcare and an employee assistance program. Employees are also provided a generous paid-time off program including company-paid holidays.
Compensation is based on factors such as experience, education, skills, and role scope, ensuring a fair and competitive salary aligned with market standards. - $70,000-$85,000 + bonus.
Sara Lee Frozen Bakery provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Entry Level Trade Finance Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level trade finance specialist job?
Start by building familiarity with trade finance instruments such as letters of credit, documentary collections, and trade guarantees through coursework, certifications, or internships. Employers at this level look for attention to detail, comfort with financial documentation, and exposure to compliance basics. A finance-related degree helps, but internship experience or a relevant certification like CDCS can give you a real edge over other entry level applicants.
Which companies hire entry level trade finance specialists?
Companies hiring entry level trade finance specialists right now include RH, Pella, and JPMorganChase, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring is spread across global banks, regional financial institutions, import-export firms, and corporate treasury departments that need junior support for transaction processing and document review.
Are there remote entry level trade finance specialist jobs?
Yes, though most positions at this level still prefer in-person or hybrid arrangements. About 13% of entry level trade finance specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates who need flexibility have real options while understanding that some hands-on document handling roles may require an office presence.
Are these new grad trade finance specialist jobs?
Yes, many of these listings are new grad and junior roles that welcome recent graduates and candidates with little or no professional experience. A posting is new-grad friendly when it lists zero to two years of experience as sufficient, mentions openness to internships or coursework, or emphasizes training and mentorship. Look for titles that include words like junior, associate, or coordinator alongside the trade finance designation.
Which industries hire the most entry level trade finance specialists?
Entry Level trade finance specialist roles concentrate in Retail, Investment & Asset Management, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because their cross-border transaction volume, regulatory compliance requirements, and documentary credit needs create steady demand for entry level professionals who can support experienced teams.