Lumber Trader - Remote

Lumber Trader

Do you watch Random Lengths before your first cup of coffee? Do you know your SYP from your Doug Fir and your customers by first name? A well-established wholesale and distribution client is looking for a seasoned Lumber Trader to buy, sell and grow a profitable book of business. The role is fully remote, open to candidates anywhere in the US and Canada.

What You'll Do

• Buy and sell lumber, panels and wood products with mills, wholesalers, distributors and dealers across North America
• Build, manage and expand a book of business through prospecting and strong relationships
• Negotiate pricing, freight and terms to protect margin and turn inventory
• Track market trends, pricing and supply/demand using Random Lengths and other industry sources
• Coordinate truck, rail and mixed-load logistics, including cross-border shipments
• Apply species, grade and product knowledge to match supply with customer needs
• Manage credit exposure and resolve claims or shipping issues quickly

What You Bring

• Proven experience as a lumber or wood products trader, buyer or seller
• An existing book of business is strongly preferred
• Solid knowledge of species, grades and products (dimensional, studs, boards, panels, treated, specialty)
• Strong market awareness and comfort acting on market reports
• Excellent negotiation, communication and relationship-building skills
• Self-motivated and competitive, with the drive to work independently

Compensation: $125,000-$300,000 per year (full commission, above industry-average payout)