Business Development Manager – Iron Ore Sales (China & Global Markets)
Business Development Manager – Iron Ore Sales (China & Global Markets)
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Ahmedabad
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Created Date: 2026-05-19
End Date: 2026-07-17
Experience: 5 - 20 years
Salary: 2500000
Industry: Others
Openings: 1
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Job Description
Business Development Manager – Iron Ore Sales (China & Global Markets)
Position Details
Position: Business Development Manager – Iron Ore Sales
Department: International Trade & Commodity Sales
Location: Flexible (India / International Travel Required)
Industry: Mining | Commodity Trading | International Trade
Experience Required: 5–20 Years
About the Role
We are looking for a commercially driven and highly experienced Business Development Manager to lead and expand Iron Ore sales across China and key global markets.
The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in iron ore trading, global commodity sales, international market development, and high-volume commercial negotiations. The role requires deep market understanding, strong global networks, and the ability to manage strategic trading relationships across the steel and mining ecosystem.
Experience Requirements:
Key Responsibilities
International Sales & Business Development
Develop and execute sales strategies for Iron Ore across China and international markets
Identify new business opportunities and expand market presence globally
Build and maintain strong relationships with:
Steel Mills
Commodity Traders
Industrial Buyers
International Trading Houses
Global Market Expansion
Drive business development activities across:
China
India
Japan
South Korea
Southeast Asia
Europe
Develop strategic customer networks in target regions
Support long-term market expansion initiatives
Commercial Negotiation & Trading
Negotiate and finalize:
Long-term contracts
Spot trading deals
Commercial agreements
Handle high-value and volume-driven commodity transactions
Optimize profitability, pricing, and commercial margins
Market Intelligence & Pricing Analysis
Monitor and analyze global iron ore benchmarks including:
CFR China
Platts Index
SGX Pricing
Track:
Global demand-supply trends
Freight markets
Commodity pricing movements
Regulatory developments
Provide actionable market insights and trading recommendations
Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination
Coordinate with logistics and operations teams for:
Vessel scheduling
Shipment planning
Cargo movement
Delivery execution
Ensure smooth execution of international trade operations
Risk Management & Compliance
Manage:
Credit exposure
Contract compliance
Commercial risks
Ensure adherence to international trade and regulatory requirements
Support risk mitigation strategies in volatile commodity markets
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in:
Commerce
Business
Supply Chain
Mining
Engineering
Related Field
MBA or equivalent qualification preferred
Experience Required
5–20 years of experience in:
Iron Ore Trading
Mineral Commodities
Steel Raw Material Sales
International Commodity Trading
Strong exposure to China market and steel industry ecosystem
Proven track record handling large-volume commodity transactions
Preferred Industry Background
Mining Organizations
Commodity Trading Firms
Steel Raw Material Divisions
International Trading Desks
Required Skills
Commodity & Trading Expertise
Iron Ore Trading & Sales
Global Commodity Markets
Pricing Benchmarks & Index Analysis
Commercial Negotiation & Deal Closure
International Trade Operations
Market & Commercial Skills
Strong commercial acumen
Market intelligence and trend analysis
Profitability and margin optimization
Strategic business development expertise
Logistics & Coordination
Bulk Cargo Logistics
Vessel Scheduling
Shipment Planning
International Supply Chain Coordination
Communication & Language Skills
Strong English communication skills mandatory
Mandarin language knowledge will be an added advantage
Preferred Candidate Profile
Strong network with:
Steel mills
Commodity traders
Logistics partners
Mining companies
Exposure to China import/export iron ore trade flows preferred
Ability to work in volatile and fast-paced trading environments
Key Competencies
International Business Development
Commodity Trading
Strategic Negotiation
Relationship Management
Market Intelligence
Commercial Decision-Making
Global Trade Operations
Work Environment
International commodity trading environment
Extensive global client and supplier interaction
High-value commercial negotiations and strategic business development
Dynamic and fast-paced market conditions
Location
: Alliance Recruitment Agency UAE
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