Plywood Trader

**Who We Are**

Olympic Industries ULC is a leading international forest products trading company with an annual revenue exceeding $500 million. Our expertise includes the trading, importing/exporting, and manufacturing of forest products from the comfort of our office located in the heart of the vibrant and beautiful Lonsdale Quay in North Vancouver, BC.

Established in 1972, we have a strong record of success and a clear vision for our industry's sustainable future. With over 30 active Traders, we are proud to have a corporate culture that rewards hard work, entrepreneurship, and team collaboration.

**What We Offer**
- Highly competitive compensation model post training period.
- Training Salary $50-70k per annum.
- Work hard, play hard company culture.
- Employee stock ownership plan.
- RRSP Contribution Plan.
- Extended health benefits.
- Employee Wellness Spending Account.
- Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.
- Long-term disability insurance.
- Employee assistance and scholarship programs.
- On-site gym and showers.
- On-site kitchen with a Nespresso coffee bar.
- Easy access to the mountains and oceans.

**The Opportunity**

Olympic Industries is seeking a highly motivated individual with a background working with plywood products to join our dynamic team. As a Plywood Trader, you will play a pivotal role in expanding our market presence and building a new book of business. Your responsibilities will involve analyzing market trends, negotiating contracts, and ensuring optimal procurement and sales strategies to maximize profitability and minimize risk.

**Trader Training Program**
- Completing Olympics’ internal training program to learn about the industry and how to develop a successful personal business plan before transitioning to the trading floor.
- Working with the logistics team to manage lumber distribution by growing Olympics’ transportation network and negotiating overland freight costs with various stakeholders.
- Networking with Olympic Industries Traders to learn about the company's business model.
- Opportunity to learn and understand all parts of the business including accounting, international compliance, and various operations.
- Communicating and collaborating with Olympic Industries’ Traders to resolve challenges in the distribution/logistics of forest products.
- Monitoring and analyzing market trends within the forest product trading industry.

**Specific Responsibilities of a Trader**
- Identify and target potential customers in need of plywood products in Canada and the USA through market research, lead generation, and networking.
- Develop supply partnerships with plywood producers and develop a deep understanding of products offered, including providing expert guidance and recommendations to Olympic Traders and external customers.
- Build and maintain professional relationships with external stakeholders, including cold-calling, and qualifying prospects.
- Conduct sales negotiations to establish pricing, terms, and contracts that align with company objectives and meet customer needs.
- Proactively engage with potential and existing clients to understand their requirements, provide product information, and address inquiries.
- Collaborate with internal teams such as logistics and operations to facilitate smooth transactions.
- Continuously generating new trading ideas by identifying arbitrage opportunities.
- Keeping a constant up-to-date knowledge of the markets.
- Managing trading positions while balancing risk and financing.

**Who We’re Looking For**
- In-depth knowledge of plywood products, including but not limited to, experience buying/selling plywood for buying groups, etc., hands-on field experience in framing, etc., supporting procurement in a manufacturing, retail, residential, multifamily setting, etc.
- Degree or Diploma in business, finance, sales/business development, or a related field considered an asset.
- Previous experience in a meritocratic role where there is a requirement to influence other’s decisions and actions considered an asset. For example: sales, account management, and business development.
- Experience in competitive sports or other highly competitive roles is considered an asset.