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Job Description

We are selectively adding a Senior Lumber Trader to our trading desk to support continued growth and expand market reach. This opportunity is designed for experienced traders who already understand lumber markets, manage active relationships, and prefer operating with a high level of autonomy.

This is a fully remote, commission-based role built for professionals who want control over their book of business while being supported by a strong operational platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and grow an established book of business with buyers and suppliers
  
• Source lumber and building materials from mills and trading partners
  
• Execute full truckload and mixed-load sales to distributors, reloads, wholesalers, and end users
  
• Monitor market trends, pricing movement, and supply-demand conditions
  
• Execute back-to-back trades while maintaining minimal ground inventory
  
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules
  
• Provide customers with ongoing market insight and product availability
  
• Coordinate logistics to ensure timely and accurate shipments
  
• Track trades, margins, and customer activity
  
• Ensure all activity aligns with company policies and industry standards
  

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in lumber trading, commodity trading, or building materials sales
  
• Existing book of business or strong industry relationships
  
• Deep knowledge of lumber species, grades, and market dynamics
  
• Strong negotiation, pricing, and decision-making skills
  
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume trading environment
  
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
  
• Relationship-focused with a long-term partnership mindset
  

Why This Role

• Fully remote with no geographic restrictions
  
• Commission-based compensation with strong upside
  
• High autonomy - manage your desk your way
  
• Backed by experienced operational and administrative support
  
• Designed specifically for senior-level traders
  

If you're an experienced lumber trader seeking flexibility, independence, and a performance-driven environment, apply today.

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.