Commodity Trader

Key Responsibilities

: Being extremely competitive, a visionary in their select market and area of expertise Establish, grow and maintain close and effective relationships with key customers and suppliers. Market penetration through existing contacts and assertive and quickly develop new contacts Have 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 situation Nimble in the approach, “outside the box thinking” Prepare various internal paperwork and reports Proven track record of targeting and growing accounts Attend periodic meetings and trade shows as required

Skills & Qualifications

Preferred – 3-5 years Lumber trading and/or buying experience Proven record delivering superior customer service Strong relationship-building skills Able to meet and exceed performance targets Inventory – 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 factors Microsoft Office proficiency Excellent verbal and written communication skills Professional and polished in appearance

Benefits

Annual salary: $60K-$85K, based on experience. Dental care Disability insurance Extended health care Life insurance RRSP match Vision care Wellness program

Regular Shift Timing : Monday to Friday

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