Experienced Lumber Trader

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$80,000.00/hr - $/hr

Lumber Trader We are looking to add an experienced, relationship-driven Lumber Trader to our trading desk to support continued growth and expand market presence. This role focuses on sourcing lumber, managing supplier and customer relationships, and executing profitable trades in a fast-moving marketplace. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of lumber markets, can think quickly under pressure, and takes a proactive approach to building and maintaining long-term partnerships.

Successful Lumber Traders bring market awareness, sound judgment, and consistent execution. This position rewards individuals who take ownership of their book of business and thrive in a performance-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, manage, and grow a book of business with active buyers and suppliers
• Source lumber and related building materials from mills, manufacturers, and trading partners
• Sell full truckload and mixed-load shipments to distributors, reloads, wholesalers, and end customers
• Track market trends, pricing movement, and supply-demand conditions
• Execute back-to-back trades while maintaining minimal ground inventory
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to maximize margins
• Provide customers with timely product availability, pricing insights, and market updates
• Coordinate logistics to ensure efficient and on-time deliveries
• Maintain accurate records of trades, margins, and customer activity
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry best practices

Qualifications

• High school diploma required;
  Bachelor's degree preferred
• 3+ years of experience in lumber trading, commodity trading, or building materials sales
• Existing book of business or established relationships within the lumber industry
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to price and execute decisively
• Comfortable managing a fast-paced, high-volume trading environment
• Solid knowledge of lumber species, grades, markets, and industry terminology
• Highly organized with strong time-management skills
• Customer-focused mindset with an emphasis on long-term partnerships
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently

If you’re ready to leverage your market knowledge and relationships in a dynamic trading environment,
apply today
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Finance and Sales

• Construction

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