Trader, Commodities
About The Position
This role is for a Trader in Commodities, specifically focusing on the lumber industry. The company offers an in-house training and mentorship program for new hires, so prior trading experience is not required. The Trader will be responsible for building and maintaining a new book of business through cold calling and prospecting, identifying customer needs, and providing value. This involves discovering and developing new opportunities within the lumber industry through market research, lead generation, and networking. The role demands exceptional listening and questioning skills, excellent interpersonal abilities, and the capacity to develop long-lasting customer relationships. The challenge involves developing a dynamic business plan in a competitive market, taking the lead in identifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and enhancing revenue growth.
Requirements
- Self-starter attitude
- Ability to embrace challenges and learn from every experience
- Ability to thrive both independently and as part of a team
- Value ethical practices
- Enjoy building relationships
- Experience in business development, account management, or any role where decision-making and relationship-building skills have shined
- Experience in entrepreneurship, door-to-door sales, or commission-based roles is a plus
- Competing in high-level sports like varsity, provincial, or national level is highly valued
- Drive and enthusiasm
- Exceptional listening and questioning skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to develop long-lasting customer relationships
Nice To Haves
- No experience in trading lumber is required, as there is an in-house training program.
Responsibilities
- Building and maintaining a new book of business through cold calling and prospecting
- Identifying customer needs and providing value
- Discovering and developing new opportunities within the lumber industry
- Conducting market research
- Lead generation
- Networking with industry professionals
- Developing a dynamic business plan in a competitive market
- Taking the lead in identifying new business opportunities
- Building strong client relationships
- Significantly enhancing revenue growth
Benefits
- Internal intensified training program
- Highly competitive compensation model with unlimited profit-sharing tied directly to performance
- Initial base salary
- Comprehensive extended health benefits
- Life insurance
- AD&D (Accidental Death and Dismemberment) coverage
- Long-term disability coverage
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- RRSP Contribution Plan
- Free, employee-only gym with showers
- Weekly Wednesday Breakfasts
- Employee lounge
- Ping pong and pool table
- Microwave stations
- Fridges
- Sparkling water on tap
- Nespresso coffee bar
- Relocation support for eligible candidates located outside of the province
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
