Commercial Trader - North America (USA)

West Coast Supply Group; Leiden; Remote; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave Entitlement

Professional Development

Weekly Drinks

Exclusive Events

Travel Reimbursement

Celebrating Diversity

Health and Wellbeing

Referral Program

Dynamic Work Culture

Autonomous Work Environment

Pension Scheme

Job summary

West Coast Supply Group seeks a Junior Commercial Trader for the US market, based from the Netherlands. You will manage a high-volume account portfolio and gradually expand into new business development while learning from seasoned trading experts.

You will travel across the Atlantic multiple times a year, interact with major decision-makers, and operate in a flexible schedule that aligns with US market hours.

Qualifications

• Native-level English fluency to navigate US market negotiations.
• Bachelor’s degree with a commercial mindset and hunger to learn.
• Willingness to travel and operate across time zones.
• Ability to build relationships with suppliers and customers.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maximize active US-based accounts with high-volume activity.
• Structure, negotiate, and close large container deals to drive revenue.
• Build partnerships through extensive phone, WhatsApp, and in-person visits.
• Own order flows, monitor trading results, and oversee logistics for US accounts.
• Identify market gaps and open new opportunities as you grow.

Skills

English fluency

Commercial instinct

Networking

Decision making

Mobility

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

West Coast Supply Group:

We don’t just move products; we master markets. Based in the Netherlands since 1977, we are an international trading company specializing in the global flow of A-brand FMCG. With a reach spanning 75+ countries, our business is fueled by sharp commercial instincts and partnerships that actually last.

We operate with energy where decisions are made in minutes, not months. If you’re hungry for international trade, thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, and want the backing of a global scale player, this is where you belong.

The Role: Commercial Trader | North America (USA)

As a Junior Trader for the US market, you will step directly into a high-impact commercial arena. You will step in to managing and maximizing our existing, high-volume account portfolio across the United States, keeping the momentum going while gradually expanding into new business development as you master the region.

This isn't a role for someone who needs a manual. You are joining a lean, fast-moving team where you will learn directly from seasoned trading experts. This is a rare fast-track opportunity where you will interact directly with major decision-makers and successful business owners. You will have the freedom to work independently, make quick decisions, and take full responsibility for high-volume container deals.

Your USP: The World is Your Office

International trade doesn't happen behind a desk, especially not in the American market. For this role, a passion for travel is essential. You will be crossing the Atlantic multiple times a year, flying out to key commercial hubs to close deals face-to-face and witness market dynamics first-hand.

Working Structure & Time Zones: The Trade-off

Because you are conquering the US market from the Netherlands, this position requires a non-traditional, highly flexible schedule. We don't do a 9-to-5 mentality here deal-making happens when the American market is awake.

• Morning: Process trading results and handle operational system updates.

• Daytime: Focus on market research, strategy, and commercial preparation.

• Afternoon & Evening: deal-making via phone and WhatsApp during US business hours.

What we ask from you: You need to be reachable, highly responsive, and ready to strike when the market is hot, even if that means being available in the evenings

What you get in return: This isn't a one-way street. In exchange for your flexibility and dedication, you get freedom and rapid professional growth. You will step out from behind your desk multiple times a year to travel (alone) across the Atlantic, attend major international trade fairs, and meet successful business owners face-to-face. This is your chance to run a multi-million dollar region on your own, developing your commercial instincts at a pace that no standard corporate job can match.

Your Responsibilities

• Account Optimization: Manage and maximize active, volume-based accounts within the US market, ensuring constant commercial contact.

• Strategic Trading: Structure, negotiate, and close high-volume, full container deals that drive serious revenue.

• Relationship Management: Network extensively via phone, WhatsApp, and in-person visits to build rock-solid partnerships with suppliers and customers.

• Operational Excellence: Take full ownership of your order flows, process daily trading results, and monitor the logistics of your US accounts.

• Market Expansion: Identify market gaps and gradually open new commercial opportunities within the region as you grow in the role.

Benefits

• Leave Entitlement: 25 vacation days per year, with the option to purchase additional days;

• Professional Development: Access to LinkedIn Learning and support from a dedicated team focused on your personal and professional growth;

• Weekly Drinks: Unwind every Friday with drinks and snacks at our in-office bar;

• Exclusive Events: Join our summer and Christmas parties, featuring activities like go-karting and boat trips;

• Travel Reimbursement: We cover your commuting costs;

• Celebrating Diversity: Work in a vibrant environment with over 47 nationalities;

• Health and Wellbeing: Enjoy fresh fruit in the office every day;

• Referral Program: Receive a bonus for referring suitable candidates;

• Dynamic Work Culture: Be part of a young, ambitious, and international team;

• Autonomous Work Environment: Work independently in an environment built on trust and support;

• Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our comprehensive pension plan.

What You Bring to the Table

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree level of thinking and working. We value raw talent, hunger, and a relentless drive to learn over a long list of resume experience. Junior-level professionals with the right commercial instinct are highly encouraged to apply.

• Language Skills: Native-level fluency in English is strictly required to effectively navigate and negotiate within the American business culture.

• Commercial Muscle & Confidence: You possess a charismatic, confident, and outgoing personality. You are completely comfortable networking, building rapport, and holding your own with major corporate decision-makers.

• Mobility: You hold a valid passport with no travel restrictions, ensuring smooth and seamless entry into the United States for business trips.

• Adaptability: You are highly flexible and have a practical understanding of managing international travel, jetlag, and shifting time zones.