Commodity Trader

Taiga Building Products — We have a FULL-TIME, PERMANENT opportunity in our Kelowna branch for a Commodity Trader. As a key member of the Commodity team, the Trader will report to Branch Manager. We are looking for a competitive, entrepreneurial, assertive and professional team player to join our team.

Our Company:

We are a respected International Wholesale Distributor of Building Products with branch offices throughout Canada and in various locations in the United States.

With a 50-year history of dependable service to the retail and industrial, building material industry, we are an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive compensation package including company benefits.

We are a public company, listed on the TSX and were awarded winner of 2014 Canada's Top 50 Small and Medium Employers.

Key Responsibilities:

Being extremely competitive, a visionary in their select market and area of expertiseEstablish, grow and maintain close and effective relationships with key customers and suppliers.

Market penetration through existing contacts and assertive and quickly develop new contactsHave the product / industry knowledge and ability to identify opportunities for customers, (alternative more economical / efficient products to suit their needs)

Ability to work with branches and procurement to enhance synergies.

Customer service with product information and after-sales service (shipping information/tally revisions/claim processing)Strong personality for dealing with difficult situationNimble in the approach, "outside the box thinking"Prepare various internal paperwork and reportsProven track record of targeting and growing accountsAttend periodic meetings and trade shows as requiredSkills & QualificationsPreferred – 3-5 years Lumber trading and/or buying experienceProven record delivering superior customer serviceStrong relationship-building skillsAble to meet and exceed performance targetsInventory – Ability to manage inventory turnover and aged inventory.

Full Cycle Accountability – Responsible for the whole cycle of sales including claims and inventory management.
Considerable experience making profit-based decisions based on the weight of all factorsMicrosoft Office proficiencyExcellent verbal and written communication skillsProfessional and polished in appearanceBenefitsAnnual salary:
$60K-$85K, based on experience.

Dental careDisability insuranceExtended health careLife insuranceRRSP matchVision careWellness programRegular Shift Timing:
Monday to FridayAbility to commute/relocate:

Kelowna Branch:

reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required).HOW TO APPLY?Apply with your cover letter, resume and salary expectation referencing "Commodity Trader" to .

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
WHY WORK FOR TAIGA?Equal opportunity employer, leading wholesale distributor of building products within North America and overseas Check us out at

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