Business Developer

Trafigura Group; Fatih; On-site; TRY 2,265,519 - 3,624,830; Full time

Job summary

Trafigura Group is seeking a Business Developer based in Istanbul to support its Refined Metals trading desks in Geneva. You will be responsible for originating and developing business opportunities across Turkey. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of four years' experience in commodities or related fields, be fluent in both Turkish and English, and possess strong interpersonal skills. The company fosters a diverse workforce and focuses on sustainable investments in renewable energy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience in a relevant commercial field.
• Fluent in Turkish — native or equivalent level.
• Excellent oral and written skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Originate and develop business opportunities with local counterparties.
• Act as a liaison between local market relationships and Geneva desks.
• Support deal structuring and contract negotiations.

Skills

Experience in commodities, metals, mining

Knowledge of international trade

Fluent in Turkish

Fluent in English

Job description

Business Developer page is loaded## Business Developerlocations: Istanbul Sariyer- Traf Officetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-017966**Main Purpose**Based in Istanbul, this role supports Trafigura's Geneva-based Refined Metals trading desks. The Business Developer will originate and grow commercial opportunities across Turkey and the surrounding region, acting as the primary bridge between local counterparties and the Geneva trading desks.**Key Responsibilities*** Originate and develop business opportunities with Turkish and regional counterparties* Act as the primary liaison between local market relationships and the Geneva Refined Metals desks* Support deal structuring, contract negotiations, and execution alongside experienced traders* Coordinate with internal operations, logistics, trade finance, and contract administration teams* Provide regular market intelligence and counterparty insights to Geneva desk heads**Required Qualifications*** Minimum 4 years' experience in commodities, metals, mining, or a related commercial field* Working knowledge of international trade, logistics, and supply chain* Fluent in Turkish — native or equivalent* Fluent English — excellent oral and written skills**Preferred Qualifications*** Background in or exposure to base metals trading* Familiarity with trade finance instruments, contract administration* Additional experience in the Turkish metals and mining industry**Attributes for Success*** Commercially curious and proactive self-starter* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage senior counterparties and internal stakeholders* Collaborative mindset with comfort working across cultures and time zones* Willingness to travel within Turkey and internationally**Equal Opportunity Employer**We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse workforce! We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, disability, or any other legally protected status.[](blob:https://trafigura.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/7c640e7a-f389-463d-a5b1-6e04e91f04af)We are accelerating our investments in renewable energy, including hydrogen, ammonia and other low-carbon energy technologies required for the transition to a low carbon future. We are committed to responsible business practices and we work with our stakeholders to improve environmental and social standards, bringing greater trust and transparency to global supply chains.