Sales Specialist

Company Description ASTRO Commodities is a global commodity trading and sourcing firm that connects verified buyers and suppliers across key physical markets, including energy, petrochemicals, industrial gases, agriculture, lumber, and precious metals. The company focuses on real, executable trade opportunities and works with serious counterparties such as producers, distributors, mandates, and industrial end users. ASTRO Commodities supports clients with sourcing, supply structuring, buyer qualification, logistics coordination, and transaction facilitation. Its operations emphasize clear procedures, verified supply channels, and professional documentation to ensure speed, professionalism, and trust in every transaction. Role Description The Sales Specialist is a remote, contract role responsible for identifying, developing, and managing commodity trade opportunities across ASTRO Commodities’ key markets. Day-to-day activities include prospecting and qualifying buyers and suppliers, conducting outreach via calls, emails, and online meetings, and managing a structured pipeline of leads and opportunities. The role involves presenting service offerings, clarifying client requirements, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and supporting the preparation of proposals and transaction documentation. The Sales Specialist will also provide ongoing client support, maintain accurate records in CRM or tracking tools, and contribute to continuous improvement of sales processes and training materials. Qualifications Candidates should possess strong Communication and Customer Service skills to engage professionally with global clients and stakeholders. Candidates should possess solid Sales and Sales Management skills to build pipelines, close deals, and manage ongoing relationships and performance metrics. Candidates should possess Training capabilities to help educate clients and internal team members on processes, products, and compliance requirements. Experience in commodities, international trade, logistics, or related industries is highly beneficial. Ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage multiple opportunities, and meet agreed targets and deadlines. Proficiency with CRM systems, online communication tools, and basic data analysis for tracking sales performance. Relevant education in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

The role involves identifying and managing commodity trade opportunities by prospecting and qualifying buyers and suppliers. Key duties include managing a lead pipeline, coordinating with stakeholders, and supporting transaction documentation.

Candidates need strong sales, communication, and training skills, with a preference for experience in commodities or international trade. A degree in Business, Finance, or Economics is preferred, along with proficiency in CRM tools.

• CommunicationPreferred
• Customer servicePreferred
• SalesPreferred
• Data analysisPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Communication
• Customer Service
• Sales
• Sales Management
• Training
• Prospecting
• Lead Qualification
• CRM Proficiency
• Pipeline Management
• International Trade
• Logistics Coordination
• Data Analysis

• Sales
• Logistics
• Finance & Accounting
• Energy
• Agriculture

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level

Application method

Direct apply is available