Commodity Forest Products Trader, Inside Sales

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Oregon, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Oversee a designated portfolio of member accounts, acting as the primary liaison for purchasing and product requirements.

• Establish and nurture relationships with members, suppliers, and industry collaborators.

• Advocate for LBM Advantage programs, suppliers, and services.

• Deliver exceptional service and support to enhance member loyalty and satisfaction.

• Identify, cultivate, and finalize sales opportunities.

• Boost sales volume, product penetration, and profitability within the assigned accounts.

• Work together with Member Development and internal teams to broaden business prospects.

• Create value-driven solutions that meet member needs and support business growth.

• Procure products from approved suppliers.

• Stay informed about market conditions, pricing trends, supply dynamics, and industry advancements.

• Relay market intelligence and product opportunities to members.

• Assist in the development of new product, supplier, and program opportunities.

• Manage quotations, purchase orders, confirmations, shipment coordination, and follow-ups.

• Address issues related to orders, delivery, claims, shortages, and billing discrepancies.

• Ensure effective communication among members, suppliers, logistics providers, and internal teams.

• Maintain comprehensive records of accounts, orders, and sales.

• Engage in member visits, supplier meetings, trade shows, and industry events.

• Provide market updates and content for company communications and member-facing publications.

• Execute additional responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Background in lumber, building materials, construction, wholesale distribution, or commodity markets.

• A minimum of three years of experience in sales, account management, purchasing, trading, or customer relationship management.

• Established connections with mills.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience (preferred).

• Familiarity with quoting, purchasing, estimating, or inventory management functions (preferred).

• Must reside in either the Seattle, Washington or Portland, Oregon market.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Collaborative and supportive work environment.