Commodity Sales Specialist (Protein)

Jobot; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Executive exposure

Job summary

Jobot in Los Angeles is seeking a Protein Commodity Trader to identify, sell, and move surplus and opportunistic protein inventories across beef, pork, chicken, and ground beef categories. In this highly visible role, you’ll work cross-functionally with procurement, operations, production planning, and commercial leadership to maximize profitability.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of protein sales or commodity trading experience and established relationships with protein buyers across the

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in protein sales, commodity trading, meat distribution, or surplus food sales.
• Strong knowledge of beef, pork, chicken, and ground beef commodity markets.
• Established relationships with protein buyers, distributors, or traders in the Western United States.
• Experience selling within West Coast and regional protein markets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow a network of buyers for surplus and commodity protein inventories.
• Sell fresh, frozen, short-dated, excess, distressed, and spot-market protein products.
• Identify opportunities to quickly move aging inventory and production overages.
• Monitor commodity markets, pricing trends, and competitive activity across beef, pork, chicken, and ground beef.
• Partner with procurement, operations, and production teams to proactively manage inventory opportunities and risks.
• Negotiate pricing, freight, and transaction terms to maximize margin recovery.
• Maintain daily visibility into inventory positions, production overages, and aging product.
• Expand relationships with specialty distributors, wholesalers, processors, exporters, and industrial customers.
• Track sales activity, inventory movement, and market intelligence while supporting inventory optimization initiatives.

Skills

Sales experience

Commodity trading

Relationship building

Market monitoring

Job description

Join a fast-moving protein industry leader where you'll own high-impact commodity deals, earn uncapped incentive potential, work directly with executive leadership, and enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid schedule after onboarding. This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sierra Johnson Salary: $125,000 - $145,000 per year

A bit about us

Join a high-performing commercial team that's passionate about moving markets, building relationships, and creating innovative protein solutions. With executive visibility, a collaborative culture, and the opportunity to work across multiple protein categories, you'll play a key role in driving growth and profitability.

Why join us

• Competitive compensation with a strong base salary plus performance-based bonus opportunities.
• High-impact, visible role working directly with executive leadership on key commercial initiatives.
• Own your market with the autonomy to build relationships, drive sales, and make an immediate impact.
• Career growth opportunities with a growing organization that values entrepreneurial thinking and results.

Job Details

We're seeking a Protein Commodity Trader to identify, sell, and move surplus and opportunistic protein inventories across beef, pork, chicken, and ground beef categories. In this highly visible role, you'll work cross-functionally with procurement, operations, production planning, and commercial leadership to maximize inventory recovery, capitalize on market opportunities, and improve overall profitability. The ideal candidate has an established network of protein buyers and distributors throughout the Western U.S. and thrives in a fast-paced, relationship-driven trading environment.

What You'll Do

• Develop and grow a network of buyers for surplus and commodity protein inventories
• Sell fresh, frozen, short-dated, excess, distressed, and spot-market protein products
• Identify opportunities to quickly move aging inventory and production overages
• Monitor commodity markets, pricing trends, and competitive activity across beef, pork, chicken, and ground beef
• Partner with procurement, operations, and production teams to proactively manage inventory opportunities and risks
• Negotiate pricing, freight, and transaction terms to maximize margin recovery
• Maintain daily visibility into inventory positions, production overages, and aging product
• Expand relationships with specialty distributors, wholesalers, processors, exporters, and industrial customers
• Track sales activity, inventory movement, and market intelligence while supporting inventory optimization initiatives

What We're Looking For

• 4+ years of experience in protein sales, commodity trading, meat distribution, or surplus food sales
• Strong knowledge of beef, pork, chicken, and ground beef commodity markets
• Established relationships with specialty distributors, protein wholesalers, foodservice customers, brokers, or traders throughout the Western United States
• Experience selling within West Coast and regional protein markets
• Proven ability to identify and capitalize on spot market and opportunistic sales
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Experience in protein trading, commodity protein sales, ground beef and beef trim markets
• Surplus, excess, or distressed inventory management
• Export protein channels
• Logistics and freight coordination
• Knowledge of USDA protein specifications and industry terminology

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