Commodity Trading Specialist

1 week ago


Birmingham, United States Birmingham International Forest Products, LLC. Full time
Job Overview

Birmingham International Forest Products, LLC. is a leading commodity trading company in the forest products industry, part of the Forest City Trading Group, a $7B employee-owned company. We are seeking a highly driven and competitive individual to join our growth-oriented team as a Commodity Trader Trainee.

As a Trader Trainee, you will participate in our comprehensive trainee development program, gaining hands-on experience in the industry and developing the necessary skills to succeed on the trading floor. Upon transitioning to Commodity Trader, you will contribute to the company's success by buying and selling forest products, building relationships with customers, and driving business growth.

We pride ourselves on a corporate culture that rewards hard work, entrepreneurship, and team collaboration. Our team of over 30 active Commodity Traders is dedicated to excellence and innovation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Gain industry knowledge by working closely with our logistics department and operations team.
  • Develop your business acumen by networking, qualifying prospects, and conducting cold calls.
  • Build strong relationships with customers to leverage supply and negotiate sales.
  • Input orders and ensure timely delivery by coordinating with our operations team.
  • Engage with suppliers to determine pricing strategies and place orders.
  • Collaborate with our President to develop and execute a yearly business plan.
Requirements
  • Ambition and a drive for success.
  • Comfort with building a book of business through proactive outreach.
  • Strong interpersonal skills for building and maintaining client relationships.
  • Ambitious, driven, and achievement-oriented mindset.
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and mathematical skills.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.



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