Business Development Professional

Role Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Business Development professional to join our Commodity Trading division. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of commodity markets (e.g., energy, metals, agriculture), a proven track record in deal origination, and the ability to build and maintain strategic relationships with clients, suppliers, and trading partners globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the commodity trading sector (e.g., crude oil, LNG, metals, agri-products, etc.)
• Develop and execute strategies to expand market presence and trading volumes in target regions
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, customers, brokers, shipping partners, and financial institutions
• Negotiate and close commercial deals that align with company profitability and risk parameters
• Conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis to inform trading strategies
• Work closely with traders, risk managers, logistics, finance, and legal teams to structure and execute transactions
• Attend industry events, conferences, and networking functions to build market intelligence and relationships

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field (MBA or CFA is a plus)
• 5–10+ years of experience in business development or trading within the commodity markets
• Strong understanding of commodity pricing, market dynamics, risk management, and supply chain logistics
• Proven track record of revenue generation and closing high-value deals
• Excellent negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team
• International experience and multilingual abilities are advantageous
• Willingness to travel regionally or internationally as needed