Commodity Trading Specialist

2 days ago


Birmingham, Alabama, United States Birmingham International Forest Products , LLC Full time
Commodity Trader Trainee Job Description

Birmingham International Forest Products, LLC is a leading commodity trading company in the forest products industry, proud to be part of a $7 billion employee-owned company, Forest City Trading Group.

We are seeking a highly driven and competitive individual to join our growth-oriented team as a Commodity Trader Trainee.

Job Summary

As a Trader Trainee, you will participate in our comprehensive trainee development program, learning the ins and outs of our industry and gaining the necessary tools for success on the trading floor.

Once you transition to Commodity Trader, you will contribute to our company's success through the buying and selling of forest products, building relationships with our customers, and driving business growth.

Responsibilities
  • Gain industry knowledge by working within our logistics department and operations team
  • Develop your business skills by networking, qualifying prospects, and cold calling
  • Build customer relationships by calling on customers to leverage supply and negotiate sales
  • Ensure timely delivery by inputting orders and following through with shipment
  • Determine pricing strategies and orders by calling on suppliers
  • Develop and execute a yearly business plan with guidance from our President
Requirements
  • Be empowered by ambition and fueled by success
  • Be willing to take the initiative to build a book of business
  • Be excited about building and maintaining client relationships
  • Be ambitious, driven, and achievement-oriented
  • Have strong problem-solving, analytical, and mathematical skills
  • Be able to prioritize and perform multiple activities within a fast-paced environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.



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