Head of Commodity Trading & Business Development

Head of Trading & Business Development

Company: Torq Ventures
Location: Gujarat, India
Experience: 15-20+ years preferred
Email: [email removed]

About Torq Ventures

Torq Ventures is a diversified business engaged in commodity trading and exports, real estate, and construction. We are expanding our commodity trading operations and seeking to build long-term relationships with reliable buyers and suppliers across domestic and international markets.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced commodity trading professional to lead sales, business development and trade execution across domestic and international markets. The ideal candidate will have an established network of credible buyers, a proven track record in physical commodity trading, and the ability to generate business and execute profitable transactions.

Candidates with expertise in agricultural commodities, polymers and resins, or other physical commodities are welcome to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales & Business Development: Leverage existing industry relationships to develop a strong network of domestic and international buyers, generate new business and establish long-term customer relationships.
• Buyer Acquisition: Identify and onboard credible buyers with the potential to generate repeat business for Torq Ventures.
• Trading & Negotiations: Negotiate selling prices, product specifications, quantities, delivery schedules and payment terms to secure commercially attractive deals.
• End-to-End Trade Execution: Manage transactions from initial enquiry and order confirmation through contracting, dispatch, delivery and payment collection.
• Market Development: Identify new commodities, customers and geographical markets based on demand, supply dynamics and trading opportunities.
• Sourcing Coordination: Coordinate with the Director and suppliers to identify suitable sourcing options and match supply with customer requirements.
• Counterparty Due Diligence: Assess buyer credibility, verify trade references and identify potential payment, contractual and execution risks.
• Logistics & Coordination: Coordinate with suppliers, customers, transporters, shipping agents and inspection agencies to ensure smooth and timely execution.
• Trade Reporting: Maintain records of customer relationships, sales pipelines, commercial terms, transaction status and realised trading performance.

Candidate Requirements

• 1520+ years of relevant experience in physical commodity trading, merchandising or trading-house operations.
• An established network of credible buyers and the ability to generate business through existing industry relationships.
• Demonstrated experience independently originating, negotiating and executing commodity trades.
• Strong understanding of commodity pricing, quality specifications, market dynamics, trade documentation and logistics.
• Experience in domestic trading, imports or exports; international trading experience is an advantage.
• Excellent negotiation, relationship management and commercial decision-making skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently and build a growing trading operation.

Compensation

Competitive fixed salary plus a performance-linked bonus, based on experience and demonstrated trading capabilities.