Business Developer

About the role

Based in Istanbul, the Business Developer will act as the primary bridge between Turkish and regional counterparties and Trafigura’s Geneva Refined Metals trading desks. The role focuses on originating, developing and executing commercial opportunities across Turkey and the surrounding region.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities with Turkish and regional counterparties.
• Serve as the main 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 counter‑party insights to Geneva desk heads.

Required profile

• Minimum 4 years of experience in commodities, metals, mining or a related commercial field.
• Fluent in Turkish (native or equivalent) and English (excellent oral and written).
• Working knowledge of international trade, logistics and supply‑chain processes.
• Willingness to travel within Turkey and internationally.

Required skills

• International trade
• Logistics
• Supply chain management
• Trade finance instruments
• Contract administration
• Base metals trading knowledge