Commodity Trader - Sales

Posted 2 days ago

american international forest productsPortland (ME)

Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers

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About the role

Trader Development Program Build a business. Control your earning potential. AIFP is looking for driven, sales-minded professionals ready to turn their early career experience into something bigger. Through our paid, 12-month Trader Development Program, you'll gain the market knowledge, mentorship, and hands-on experience needed to build your own book of business and transition into a full-commission Trader role. As a Trader, you'll develop customer and supplier relationships, identify opportunities, negotiate deals, and manage business from start to finish. It's an entrepreneurial sales career backed by the resources and reputation of an established industry leader.

What You'll Do: Learn the full lifecycle of a trade, including purchasing, sales, credit, logistics, and inventory Work alongside experienced Traders on active deals and market opportunities Prospect and build relationships with customers and suppliers Develop expertise in commodity markets, pricing, sourcing, and negotiation Create a business plan for building your own book of business Transition into a 100% commission-based Trader role with uncapped earning potential What You Bring 15 years of professional experience, ideally in sales, business development, account management, or another competitive environment Strong communication and relationship-building skills Competitive drive, resilience, and comfort being measured by results An entrepreneurial mindset and willingness to take ownership Motivation to pursue a performance-based career with significant earning potential Why AIFP? Uncapped earning potential Direct mentorship from successful Traders and company leaders Independence to build and manage your own business Collaborative, competitive culture Healthcare coverage, 401(k), and profit sharing A salary is provided during the 12-month development program. Upon successful completion, the role transitions to a 100% commission-based compensation model with no cap on earnings.

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