About this opportunity
American International Forest Products lists this Commodity Trader - Sales opportunity in portland, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Trader Development ProgramBuild 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 DoLearn the full lifecycle of a trade, including purchasing, sales, credit, logistics, and inventoryWork alongside experienced Traders on active deals and market opportunitiesProspect and build relationships with customers and suppliersDevelop expertise in commodity markets, pricing, sourcing, and negotiationCreate a business plan for building your own book of businessTransition into a 100% commission-based Trader role with uncapped earning potentialWhat You Bring1–5 years of professional experience, ideally in sales, business development, account management, or another competitive environmentStrong communication and relationship-building skillsCompetitive drive, resilience, and comfort being measured by resultsAn entrepreneurial mindset and willingness to take ownershipMotivation to pursue a performance-based career with significant earning potentialWhy AIFP?Uncapped earning potentialDirect mentorship from successful Traders and company leadersIndependence to build and manage your own businessCollaborative, competitive cultureHealthcare coverage, 401(k), and profit sharingA 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.
Worksite address
portland, OR, 97201, US
Who can apply
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