Business Development & Operations Executive

OVERVIEW

Position

Business Development & Operations Executive

Department

Business Development/Operations

Reports to

Managing Director

Location

Bahrain

About Company & Role Purpose

Spearhead efforts to secure oil & gas trading partnerships by developing supplier and offtaker relationships, coordinating documentation, and ensuring smooth trade execution across the GCC-Africa corridor.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ACTIVITIES

General

• Build and maintain strong relationships with GCC petroleum traders, suppliers, and terminal representatives.
• Attend industry events and represent the company professionally in meetings and exhibitions.
• Identify and evaluate potential offtakers in Africa and other target markets.
• Support onboarding of suppliers and buyers through the company's registration system.
• Assist in preparing documentation such as Commercial Invoices (CI), Bills of Lading, Certificates of Origin, SGS/Intertek reports, and insurance certificates.
• Follow up with counterparties and ensure timely exchange of trade documents and compliance materials.
• Coordinate logistics, inspection schedules, and communications between suppliers and off-takers.
• Conduct KYC/AML due diligence checks on potential clients and suppliers.
• Maintain an organized record of trade documentation and internal approvals.
• Support preparation of reports for management and future investors.
• Manage meeting schedules, follow up on email correspondence, and prepare basic presentations.
• Support the Managing Director in strategic initiatives and project coordination.

BACKGROUND, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, or related field (preferred).

· 1-3 years of experience in oil & gas, energy trading, logistics, or related sectors (preferred).

· Arabic language proficiency is an added advantage.

Skills

· Strong communication and negotiation skills.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: BD800.000 - BD1,000.000 per month