Aventine Global Traders is seeking a Director of Business Development to lead business development efforts within an assigned country or market. The role is named for the country it covers, for example Director of Business Development - Japan or Director of Business Development - Malaysia.
Aventine Global Traders is seeking a Director of Business Development to lead business development efforts within an assigned country or market. The role is named for the country it covers, for example Director of Business Development - Japan or Director of Business Development - Malaysia.
A Director is assigned one country, and may be assigned a second where they can credibly develop both markets.
The Director will focus on identifying new business opportunities, developing relationships with potential buyers and strategic partners, and helping Aventine establish a strong commercial presence in the allocated country.
This is a flexible, part-time, performance-based opportunity for entrepreneurial individuals who want to gain global business exposure and grow alongside an international trading company.
Responsibilities
Develop new business opportunities within the assigned country.
Identify and connect with potential buyers, distributors, importers, wholesalers, and strategic partners.
Build and maintain professional relationships with businesses and decision-makers.
Introduce Aventine Global Traders and its products and services to potential clients.
Research the local market and identify commercially viable opportunities.
Generate qualified leads and help convert them into business opportunities.
Assist with RFQs, quotations, negotiations, and purchase opportunities.
Develop relationships that can lead to repeat and recurring orders.
Provide market intelligence, customer feedback, and business-development recommendations to Aventine leadership.
Work with Aventine's international team, suppliers, and other representatives to facilitate opportunities.
Represent Aventine professionally within the assigned market.
Ideal Candidate
Entrepreneurial, motivated, and commercially minded.
Confident communicating with businesses and decision-makers.
Interested in international trade and business development.
Knowledgeable about the business environment in their assigned country.
Well-connected or confident in their ability to build a strong professional network.
Self-motivated and comfortable working independently.
Experienced in business development, sales, entrepreneurship, international business, procurement, distribution, or a related field.
An existing network is not required. We are interested in people who have the initiative and ability to develop one.
Time Commitment
The position begins on a part-time and flexible basis, requiring only a limited number of hours per week initially.
There are no traditional fixed full-time hours at this stage. The primary focus is on building relationships, identifying opportunities, and producing results within the assigned country.
As Aventine grows, successful individuals may have the opportunity to take on expanded responsibilities.
Global Growth Opportunity
Aventine Global Traders is building an international network of commercial professionals across multiple countries.
Strong performance may lead to advancement into positions such as:
Country Representative
Country Director
Regional Director
Strategic Partnerships Director
Managing Director
If Aventine establishes a formal local company or operation in the Director's assigned country, individuals who have played a significant role in developing that market may be considered for future leadership and potential equity or ownership opportunities, subject to performance, applicable law, and a separate written agreement.
Why Join Aventine?
This is an opportunity to help build a market from the ground up while gaining international commercial experience.
Gain global business exposure.
Work directly with an international trading company.
Develop international business relationships.
Participate in real commercial transactions.
Build your professional network.
Earn through eligible business you help generate.
Develop valuable leadership and business-development experience.
Potentially play a foundational role in Aventine's expansion into your country.
Our Selection Process
Application Review
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Interview
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
Final Selection
Positions may be filled as exceptional candidates are identified.
Ongoing Opportunities
We continuously evaluate talent as we expand into new markets.
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