Business Consultant

New Golden Traders is looking for a driven Business Consultant to grow our gold and jewellery business in Singapore and overseas. This is a demanding, results-focused role for someone who can work independently, handle pressure and deliver measurable business outcomes under tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, develop and close new business opportunities with retail, corporate and trade clients in the gold and jewellery sector.
• Build and manage a strong pipeline of high-value clients, including jewellers, wholesalers, corporates and overseas trade partners.
• Prepare business plans, market studies, pricing strategies and sales forecasts for management review.
• Analyse gold price movements, market trends and competitor activity, and recommend clear actions to management.
• Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers, refiners, logistics providers and trade partners in Singapore and overseas.
• Prepare proposals, quotations, presentations and trade documents accurately and on time.
• Support customer due diligence and KYC documentation in line with the company AML/CFT policies.
• Review sales, margins and stock performance, and propose cost savings and process improvements.
• Plan and support new product launches, online sales channels, marketing campaigns and events.
• Represent the company at client meetings, trade exhibitions and industry events, locally and overseas.
• Handle multiple projects at the same time and meet strict monthly targets and deadlines.
• Report directly to the Directors with weekly performance updates and action plans.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of working experience in business development, sales, consulting, trading or a related field.
• A degree is not required. Candidates with strong practical experience and results are welcome to apply.
• Strong business sense, with the ability to read numbers, calculate margins and prepare simple financial reports.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills in English.
• Confident in meeting senior clients and closing deals independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint, or equivalent tools.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented and able to work under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Able to work extended and flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and public holidays when business needs require.
• Willing to travel overseas for business when required.

Preferred Requirements

• Knowledge of the gold, jewellery or precious metals industry.
• Experience with corporate clients, B2B sales or cross-border trade.
• Understanding of AML/CFT and KYC requirements for precious stones and precious metals dealers.
• Ability to speak additional languages to communicate with overseas clients and suppliers.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete a practical business case assessment as part of the selection process.