Trading Specialist

Who We Are?

Tüpraş is Türkiye’s leading energy producer and largest industrial company. With its four refineries located in İzmit, İzmir, Kırıkkale and Batman totalling to 30 million tons of annual crude oil processing capacity, Tüpraş is the 7th largest refining company in Europe. It is also one of the most complex refining companies in the Mediterranean basin. In addition to refining, Tüpraş operates with its subsidiaries, (OPET) focusing on fuel retail, (Ditaş Denizcilik) marine transportation, (Körfez Ulaştırma) railway transportation (Tüpraş Trading Ltd) crude oil and oil products trading and (Entek Elektrik) electricity generation.

In 2021 The company launched its Strategic Transition Plan alongside its goal to become Carbon Neutral by 2050. In 2022, Tüpraş established its corporate venture capital arm, Tüpraş Ventures to invest in, partner with and support technology startups in its strategic focus areas, as well as energy transition solutions. (For further information on Tüpraş Strategic Transition Plan and focus business areas: Strategy - Tüpraş (tupras.com.tr)

About the Role:

We are looking for a highly motivated Foreign Trade Specialist/Lead to strengthen our global trade operations and contribute to our company’s strategic growth goals. In this role, you will manage the import and export processes of petroleum and intermediate products, coordinate commercial agreements, and ensure the smooth execution of all operational procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop processes aligned with the company’s commercial strategies to enhance trade operations
• Conduct market research, monitor market trends, and provide insights to support strategic decision-making
• Forecast petroleum product prices to guide and impact production planning
• Negotiate and manage commercial agreements in compliance with refinery and country requirements, and coordinate directly with customers and trading offices
• Oversee the full operation process of import/export cargoes, ensuring SAP registration, customs documentation, and timely system entry
• Manage invoice transactions and coordinate payment plans with relevant departments
• Ensure proper control and execution of LC/SBLC processes
• Collaborate with Legal and Compliance departments to structure recap clauses and finalize contracts
• Complete vessel and shipment approval processes following commercial agreements
• Work closely with Tüpraş Trading Ltd., Customs, Finance, Sales, and Planning departments to manage international trade efficiently
• Monitor vessel movements and ensure smooth import/export operations of refinery and intermediate products
• Conduct economic and market analyses, evaluate product qualities and trade opportunities
• Prepare reports on global petroleum product trade, research new products, and explore innovative import–export routes

What We Look For?

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, Business Administration, International Trade, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in foreign trade operations, contract management, and import/export processes
• Solid understanding of MS Office applications
• Fluent, professional English proficiency
• Adaptable to a fast-paced and agile work culture
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and a strong team player
• Thrives on diverse perspectives and demonstrates flexibility
• Possesses an analytical and innovative mindset with a strong sense of initiative
• A proactive and collaborative team player with a go-getter attitude

What’s In It For You?

• Trainings for technical and behavioral development under the leadership of Tüpraş Academy
• Koç Academy training and development programs
• Opportunity for rotation within Tüpraş and other Koç Group companies
• Koç Ailem: Opportunity to benefit from a special privilege platform for Koç employees
• Opportunities to take part in future-oriented work such as initiatives and innovation projects developed with agile approaches
• Employee experience practices that focus on continuous improvement