Physical Commodities Trader / Business Director (Commodities Trading)

GRANDLINK INTERNATIONAL (SG) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global commodities trading company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Physical Commodities Trader to lead trading operations and drive business growth. The candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in commodity trading, a solid network of suppliers and clients, and strong leadership potential. Responsibilities include identifying trading opportunities, implementing business strategies, and managing client relationships. This role offers a clear trajectory towards business unit leadership and requires strong negotiation and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in physical commodity trading with proven business development success.
• Must bring an established network of suppliers, customers, or trading partners.
• Demonstrated ability to identify untapped markets and convert opportunities into business.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and expand trading opportunities.
• Contribute to and implement business strategies in line with corporate growth goals.
• Lead full-cycle trading of physical commodities including deal structuring and execution.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key stakeholders.
• Oversee trade risk assessments and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Work closely with supply chain, operations, and finance.

Skills

Business acumen

Leadership potential

Negotiation

Analytical abilities

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field

Job description

About Us

Grandlink International (SG) Pte. Ltd is a fast-growing, globally active commodities trading company. With a strong network across oil, gas, metals, agriculture, and energy markets, we deliver end-to-end physical trading solutions backed by strategic insight, operational excellence, and solid market intelligence. As we scale our business, we are seeking senior-level talent who can not only trade, but lead.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Physical Commodities Trader with strong business acumen and leadership potential to step into a strategic role—with a clear trajectory towards or starting from a Business Director capacity. You will be expected to leverage existing relationships, develop new markets, and drive business growth, while taking ownership of both trading operations and client engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Business Development: Proactively identify and expand trading opportunities by leveraging your existing portfolio of suppliers, clients, and trading partners. You are expected to bring and activate commercial networks to accelerate business scale‑up.
• Leadership & Strategy: Contribute to and implement business strategies in line with corporate growth goals. This role will evolve into or immediately assume business unit leadership responsibilities, depending on experience.
• Trading & Execution: Lead full‑cycle trading of physical commodities (oil, metals, agriculture, etc.) including deal structuring, contract negotiation, and execution.
• Client Relationship Management: Develop and maintain long‑term relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring high service standards and repeat business.
• Risk & Compliance: Oversee trade risk assessments and ensure compliance with international trade regulations and internal policies.
• Cross‑functional Collaboration: Work closely with supply chain, operations, and finance to ensure seamless trade execution and business alignment.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 5 years in physical commodity trading with proven business development success. Prior P&L responsibility or team leadership experience is a strong advantage.
• Resources & Network: Must bring an established network of suppliers, customers, or trading partners. Ability to onboard immediate business is a major plus.
• Entrepreneurial Drive: Demonstrated ability to identify untapped markets and convert opportunities into business. Previous involvement in scaling a trading desk or launching new verticals is ideal.
• Leadership Potential: Capable of evolving into a Business Director role, or ready to assume such responsibilities from the outset.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field. Relevant certifications in commodities or risk management preferred.
• Soft Skills: Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical abilities. High integrity and adaptability in a fast‑paced, global environment.