Trader, Commodities

Olympic Industries ULC; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 346,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Compensation

Culture

Benefits

Stock ownership

On-site gym

Midweek perks

Office amenities

Relocation support

Job summary

Olympic Industries ULC in North Vancouver, Canada, seeks a Trader to build and maintain a new book of business in the lumber market. Responsibilities include cold calling, prospecting, and identifying customer needs to provide value.

The role offers in-house training, a competitive compensation model with unlimited profit-sharing, and relocation support where eligible. A dynamic, high-energy culture combines hard work with a fun environment.

Qualifications

• No formal prerequisites listed beyond willingness to learn.
• Adaptability and ability to build relationships.
• Experience in entrepreneurship, door-to-door or commission-based roles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• As a Trader, you will be responsible for building and maintaining a new book of business through cold calling and prospecting, identifying customer needs, and providing value.
• You will focus on discovering and developing new opportunities within the lumber industry by conducting market research, lead generation, and networking with industry professionals.
• The role emphasizes listening, questioning, and developing long-lasting client relationships.

Job description

Who We’re Looking For

Are you a self-starter, ready to embrace challenges and learn from every experience? Do you thrive both independently and as part of a team, value ethical practices, and enjoy building relationships? If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you.

We welcome experience in business development, account management, or any role where your decision-making and relationship-building skills have shined. If you've ventured into entrepreneurship, worked in door-to-door sales, or excelled in commission-based roles, that's a plus. Competing in high-level sports like varsity, provincial, or national level is also highly valued.

Whether you're a recent graduate or have a few years of experience, your drive and enthusiasm are what matter most.

What’s in it for you?

A highly competitive, unlimited profit-sharing package that rewards your hard work and initiative. Keen to learn more? Let’s dive deeper!

The Opportunity

No experience in trading lumber? No problem. We have an in-house training and mentorship program designed to set our new hires up for long-term success.

As a Trader, you will be responsible for building and maintaining a new book of business through cold calling and prospecting, identifying customer needs, and providing value. You will focus on discovering and developing new opportunities within the lumber industry by conducting market research, lead generation, and networking with industry professionals. This role requires exceptional listening and questioning skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to develop long-lasting customer relationships.

The Challenge

Develop a dynamic business plan in a competitive market at a company that values both hard work and having fun. Take the lead in identifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and significantly enhancing revenue growth. Join our team and invest your talent in a role where your efforts shape both your success and your enjoyment!

What We Offer

• Training & Development: Enrolment in our internal intensified training program to build a deep understanding of the lumber trading industry.
• Compensation: Highly competitive compensation model with unlimited profit-sharing tied directly to performance, supported by an initial base salary to help you get started.
• Culture: A high-energy, "work hard, play hard" environment that values results, collaboration, and fun.
• Health & Benefits: Comprehensive extended health benefits, life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage.
• Retirement & Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan and RRSP Contribution Plan to support long-term financial growth.
• On-Site Gym: Free, employee-only gym with showers to support an active lifestyle.
• Midweek Perks: Weekly Wednesday Breakfasts to support a healthy start to the day.
• Office Amenities: Employee lounge, ping pong and pool table, microwave stations, fridges, sparkling water on tap, and a Nespresso coffee bar.
• Relocation Support: For candidates located outside of the province, relocation support may be available based on eligibility criteria.

Salary Range: $50,000.00 To $250,000.00 Annually

We thank all applicants for their interest! However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. At Olympic Industries, we embrace diversity and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Please note: Olympic Industries ULC uses AI-assisted tools in portions of our interview process. Additional details are outlined in our AI Candidate Disclosure, provided during the recruitment process.