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Trader, Commodities

@ Olympic Industries ULC

North Vancouver, British Columbia

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Overview

Olympic Industries ULC is hiring a commodities Trader on a contract basis to build and maintain a new book of business in the lumber industry through cold calling, prospecting and networking. The role includes in-house training and mentorship for candidates without lumber experience. Pay is an initial base salary plus unlimited profit-sharing tied to performance.

Responsibilities:

  • Build and maintain a new book of business through cold calling and prospecting
  • Identify customer needs and provide value
  • Conduct market research and lead generation in the lumber industry
  • Network with industry professionals
  • Develop a business plan and grow revenue

Requirements summary:

  • Exceptional listening and questioning skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Self-starter with ethical practices
  • Business development or commission-based sales experience an asset
  • No lumber trading experience required

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceLife insuranceDisability insuranceRetirement planWellness
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-23
First seen by our source
2026-10-23
Source record updated
2026-11-04

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentSales
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Relocation assistance, Stock or equity, Wellness, Paid training

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Olympic Industries ULC

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Olympic connects global customers and suppliers through hard work, integrity, and an absolute commitment to service.

Full company description

Olympic Industries was established in 1972 as the Canadian arm of the Forest City Trading Group. Ideally situated in North Vancouver, British Columbia, we have direct access to producing sawmills and international logistics lanes delivering value to our customers that is second to none in the industry. As the global demand for forest products has increased, Olympic has become a force in international markets. Our three departments consist of: 1. North American Trading; our 900+ customers consist of distribution, national pro-dealers, retail, multifamily, industrial, and manufacturing. 2. Manufacturing; our manufacturing team has been producing finished cedar, specialty pine and SPF products for over 30 years. 3. European Import; our import lumber is sourced from several European sawmills to 7 North American reload locations. Olympic is an industry leader with annual sales of over $500 million and 25 active traders in house. Our goal is to minimize risk through on-the-ground inventory, forward pricing, and custom solutions. We leverage the information obtained from access to all major global regions to enhance your trading returns. With a corporate culture that rewards hard work, entrepreneurship, and team collaboration, we are here to help you. Call us today to see learn more.

LinkedIn followers
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People associated on LinkedIn
71
Reported office locations
  • 132 W Esplanade, 4th Floor, North Vancouver, British Columbia V7M 1A2, CA
Business categories
  • Wholesale
  • Wood Processing
  • Forestry
  • Product Design
  • Manufacturing
Other recorded names
  • Olympic Industries ULC
Specialties
  • Wholesale Trading
  • International Logistics
  • Price Discovery
  • Risk Management
  • Lumber
  • Commodity Trading
  • Manufacturing
  • Export
  • Import
  • Forward Pricing
  • Inventory Management
  • and Global Access
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Reported total investment
0

Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.

Olympic Industries was established in 1972 as the Canadian arm of the Forest City Trading Group. Ideally situated in North Vancouver, British Columbia, we have direct access to producing sawmills and international logistics lanes delivering value to our customers that is second to none in the industry. As the global demand for forest products has increased, Olympic has become a force in international markets. Our…

FieldValue
IndustryInternational Trade and Development
Company size51-200 employees
HeadquartersNorth Vancouver, British Columbia
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1972
SpecialtiesWholesale TradingInternational LogisticsPrice DiscoveryRisk ManagementLumberCommodity TradingManufacturingExportImportForward Pricing
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Job description

Who We’re Looking For

Are you a self-starter, ready to embrace challenges and learn from every experience? Do you thrive both independently and as part of a team, value ethical practices, and enjoy building relationships? If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you.

We welcome experience in business development, account management, or any role where your decision-making and relationship-building skills have shined. If you've ventured into entrepreneurship, worked in door-to-door sales, or excelled in commission-based roles, that's a plus. Competing in high-level sports like varsity, provincial, or national level is also highly valued.

Whether you're a recent graduate or have a few years of experience, your drive and enthusiasm are what matter most.

What’s in it for you? A highly competitive, unlimited profit-sharing package that rewards your hard work and initiative. Keen to learn more? Let’s dive deeper!

The Opportunity

No experience in trading lumber? No problem. We have an in-house training and mentorship program designed to set our new hires up for long-term success.

As a Trader, you will be responsible for building and maintaining a new book of business through cold calling and prospecting, identifying customer needs, and providing value. You will focus on discovering and developing new opportunities within the lumber industry by conducting market research, lead generation, and networking with industry professionals. This role requires exceptional listening and questioning skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to develop long-lasting customer relationships.

The Challenge

Develop a dynamic business plan in a competitive market at a company that values both hard work and having fun. Take the lead in identifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and significantly enhancing revenue growth. Join our team and invest your talent in a role where your efforts shape both your success and your enjoyment!

What We Offer

  • Training & Development: Enrolment in our internal intensified training program to build a deep understanding of the lumber trading industry.
  • Compensation: Highly competitive compensation model with unlimited profit-sharing tied directly to performance, supported by an initial base salary to help you get started.
  • Culture: A high-energy, “work hard, play hard” environment that values results, collaboration, and fun.
  • Health & Benefits: Comprehensive extended health benefits, life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage.
  • Retirement & Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan and RRSP Contribution Plan to support long-term financial growth.
  • On-Site Gym: Free, employee-only gym with showers to support an active lifestyle.
  • Midweek Perks: Weekly Wednesday Breakfasts to support a healthy start to the day.
  • Office Amenities: Employee lounge, ping pong and pool table, microwave stations, fridges, sparkling water on tap, and a Nespresso coffee bar.
  • Relocation Support: For candidates located outside of the province, relocation support may be available based on eligibility criteria.

Apply Now!

For more information on Olympic Industries, please visit our website at www.olympicind.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest! However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. At Olympic Industries, we embrace diversity and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Please note: Olympic Industries ULC uses AI-assisted tools in portions of our interview process. Additional details are outlined in our AI Candidate Disclosure, provided during the recruitment process.

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