Entrepreneurial Commodity Trader — Uncapped Earnings

AIFP; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped earning potential

Direct mentorship from successful Tr a

Independence to build your business

Collaborative culture

Healthcare coverage

401(k) and profit sharing

Job summary

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 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.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of professional experience, ideally in sales, business development, or account management.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with ownership and results-driven focus.

Responsibilities

• Learn the full trade lifecycle, including purchasing, sales, credit, logistics, and inventory.
• Work with experienced Traders on active deals and market opportunities.
• Prospect and build relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Develop expertise in commodity markets, pricing, sourcing, and negotiation.
• Create a business plan for building your own book of business.
• Transition into a 100% commission-based Trader role with uncapped earning potential.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication

Competitive mindset

Entrepreneurial mindset

Ownership mindset

Goal orientation

Job description

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 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.