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Head of Business Development (Trading)
Head of Business Development (Trading)Alliance Recruitment Agency • Junagadh, Gujarat, India
Head of Business Development (Trading)

Head of Business Development (Trading)

Alliance Recruitment Agency • Junagadh, Gujarat, India
18 hours ago
Job description

Job Description : Head - Trading Business Development

Company Overview

A BSE-listed enterprise with strong financial fundamentals (surplus of ₹300+ crores), poised for strategic expansion into the trading sector. We are seeking a visionary leader to establish and scale our new trading division from the ground up.

Position Summary

We are looking for a seasoned business leader to conceptualize, establish, and lead our multi-commodity trading house. This is a high-impact entrepreneurial role within a corporate framework, offering the opportunity to build a profitable trading vertical across diverse product categories including chemicals, commodities, metals, plastics, electronics, and agro products.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Business Setup

  • Develop comprehensive business strategy and roadmap for establishing the trading house division
  • Identify and prioritize product categories based on market potential, margins, and competitive advantage
  • Create detailed P&L projections, investment plans, and scalability models
  • Establish operational infrastructure including systems, processes, compliance frameworks, and quality standards
  • Define risk management protocols and trading limits across product categories

Team Building & Leadership

  • Build and lead a high-performing team across sourcing, sales, operations, logistics, and finance functions
  • Recruit domain specialists for specific product verticals
  • Develop organizational structure aligned with business growth phases
  • Create performance metrics and incentive structures to drive results
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and entrepreneurial thinking
  • Sourcing & Supply Chain Management

  • Identify and onboard reliable domestic and international suppliers across multiple product categories
  • Negotiate favorable commercial terms, payment structures, and long-term partnerships
  • Establish quality assurance and vendor evaluation frameworks
  • Develop alternative sourcing strategies to mitigate supply chain risks
  • Build relationships with manufacturers, traders, and industry associations
  • Sales & Business Development

  • Identify target customer segments across B2B and B2C channels
  • Develop go-to-market strategies for each product category
  • Build sales channels including direct sales, distributors, and digital platforms
  • Establish pricing strategies that balance competitiveness with profitability
  • Create customer acquisition and retention programs
  • Develop key accounts and strategic partnerships
  • Operations & Execution

  • Oversee end-to-end trade execution from order placement to delivery
  • Manage working capital efficiently to optimize cash conversion cycles
  • Implement inventory management systems and warehouse operations where required
  • Coordinate logistics, customs clearance, and documentation for domestic and international trades
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, GST, import-export norms, and industry standards
  • Financial Management

  • Achieve revenue and profitability targets as per approved business plan
  • Manage credit policies, payment terms, and collection processes
  • Monitor trading margins, operational costs, and return on investment
  • Implement financial controls and audit mechanisms
  • Regular reporting to senior management and board on business performance
  • Required Qualifications

    Education

  • MBA from a premier institute or equivalent post-graduate qualification in Business, Commerce, or related field
  • B.Tech / B.E. or B.Sc. in relevant disciplines would be an added advantage
  • Experience

  • 15-20 years of progressive experience in trading, sourcing, or business development
  • Minimum 7-10 years in leadership roles with P&L responsibility
  • Proven track record of establishing or scaling trading operations from scratch
  • Deep experience in at least 2-3 product categories (chemicals, commodities, metals, plastics, electronics, agro)
  • Strong understanding of domestic and international trade dynamics
  • Core Competencies

  • Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to build business from ground zero
  • Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
  • Extensive network of suppliers and buyers across relevant industries
  • Strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution capability
  • Excellent understanding of trade finance, working capital management, and risk mitigation
  • Knowledge of regulatory frameworks, compliance requirements, and documentation
  • Strong leadership and team-building abilities
  • Behavioral Attributes

  • Self-starter with high ownership and accountability
  • Resilient and comfortable operating in ambiguous, fast-paced environments
  • Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
  • Data-driven decision maker with sharp analytical abilities
  • Ethical and transparent in all business dealings
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • What We Offer

  • Strategic Role : Opportunity to build and lead a new business vertical with full autonomy
  • Financial Backing : Strong balance sheet with ₹300+ crores surplus to support growth ambitions
  • Competitive Compensation : Industry-leading fixed compensation with attractive performance-linked incentives
  • Leadership Visibility : Direct reporting to MD / CEO with board-level exposure
  • Growth Potential : Clear path to CXO-level role as the business scales
  • Location

    Ahmedabad with extensive travel expected (domestic and international)

    Reporting Structure

    This position reports directly to the Managing Director / CEO

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