Business Development Specialist – Mining & Minerals

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Kazakhstan.

📋 Description

• Formulate and implement regional growth strategies that align with the company’s objectives.

• Discover and secure new business opportunities within the mining sector.

• Enhance presence through key-account management and acquiring new clients.

• Establish robust relationships with mining operators, EPCs, and senior decision-makers.

• Meet annual revenue and profitability targets (AOP).

• Propel solution-based selling and craft compelling value propositions.

• Negotiate contracts, pricing structures, and commercial agreements.

• Keep track of market trends, competitor actions, and pricing dynamics.

• Collaborate with technical teams to provide customized process solutions.

• Assist customers with audits, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.

• Advocate for innovative technologies that enhance efficiency and lower operational costs.

• Comply with all company EHS policies and regulatory standards.

• Foster a strong safety culture across customer sites and internal operations.

• Ensure adherence to environmental standards and sustainable mining practices.

• Engage effectively with internal teams, customers, and partners across various countries.

• Deliver professional presentations and technical-commercial proposals.

• Provide regular updates on sales performance, pipeline status, and market developments.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, Mineral Processing, or a related field.

• 5–7+ years of experience in mining, mineral processing, or related industrial sectors.

• Demonstrated success in business development or technical sales.

• Strong knowledge of mineral-processing operations (crushing, grinding, flotation, hydrometallurgy, water management, tailings).

• Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation capabilities.

• Ability to cultivate strategic relationships with senior stakeholders.

• Technical insight into mining processes and chemical/reagent applications.

• Exceptional communication, presentation, and influencing skills.

• Capability to work across diverse cultures (experience in Kazakhstan & CIS is highly desirable).

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Abundant opportunities for professional growth and development.