Senior Lumber Trader

1 week ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Vantage Lumber Full time

About Vantage

Vantage Commodities is a trader-led lumber firm based in Vancouver. We're a small, focused team that values sharp execution and clear thinking. No corporate bloat—just people who know the business and move quickly.

The Role

We're expanding our trading desk and looking for a proven lumber trader to drive growth across SYP, DF, and SPF in wholesale and distribution channels. You'll have full P&L ownership and the autonomy to build your book—with opportunity to lead a department or launch a new vertical as the business scales.

What You'll Do

  • Own your P&L:
     Source, price, hedge, and execute trades across SYP/DF/SPF products
  • Drive revenue expansion
     with mills, reloads, distribution networks, truss/wall panel manufacturers, and select end users
  • Manage risk exposure
     using futures and related instruments; align hedges with physical positions and delivery timing
  • Execute with precision
     using Vantage's proprietary software for fast quoting, pricing discipline, and real-time risk tracking
  • Build sustainable pipeline
     through consistent prospecting, relationship management, and data-driven targeting
  • Collaborate with logistics
     to secure reliable lanes, reduce friction, and optimize freight efficiency
  • Develop talent:
     Mentor junior traders and help establish desk playbooks, pricing frameworks, and trading processes
  • Lead at scale:
     Build and manage a desk/department as we grow—set targets, coach your team, and drive accountability

What You Bring

Required:

  • 5–10+ years of lumber trading experience (wholesale/distribution) with documented P&L success
  • Deep product knowledge across SYP, DF, SPF—lengths, grades, tallies, reload dynamics, and market nuances
  • Proven futures experience (hedging, basis trading, spreads) with real accountability for risk management
  • Cross-border trading experience in U.S. and/or Canadian markets
  • Established mill and customer relationships with confident supply negotiation skills
  • Strong execution discipline: fast quoting, consistent follow-through, and margin protection

Nice to Have:

  • Mill sales background readily transferable to trading operations
  • Experience launching a new product line, geographic region, or vertical
  • Comfort with CRM systems, pricing tools, and modern trading software

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive draw + industry-leading commission structure designed for top producers
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Leadership incentives for desk ownership and team building
  • Potential to transition to independent contractor status

Work Environment

  • Hours:
     6:30 AM start, Monday–Friday
  • Culture:
     Fast-paced, results-oriented trading floor with low bureaucracy and high trust
  • Location:
     On-site in downtown Vancouver with potential for remote flexibility upon management approval

Why Vantage?

  • Capital strength:
     Well-capitalized platform with leadership that backs intelligent risk-taking
  • Technology edge:
     Modern tools that eliminate friction and accelerate execution
  • Growth opportunity:
     Real upside for traders who build books and lead teams
  • Trader-first culture:
     Performance-driven environment where results speak louder than politics

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