Job Description

Taiga Building Products has a full-time, permanent opportunity at our Rocklin branch for a Commodity Trader. As a key member of the Commodity team, the Trader will report directly to the Management Team. We are looking for a competitive, entrepreneurial, assertive, and professional team player to join our growing team.

OUR COMPANY:

We are an established international wholesale distributor of building products, with branches across Canada and the U.S. With over 50 years of reliable service, we are a publicly listed company on the TSX, offering competitive compensation and a full benefits package.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• 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.

COMPENSATION:

• Annual Salary: $ 90K to $100K plus (based on experience and qualifications)
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and company-matched 401(k)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Discretionary Bonus Program
• Opportunities for growth within a stable, growing company

HOW TO APPLY?

If you're eager to contribute to a growing team and ensure operational efficiency, we encourage you to apply with your resume, referencing " Commodity Trader – Rocklin " to hr@taigabuilding.com . Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

WHY WORK FOR TAIGA?

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