Commodity Trader Trainee

Tualatin, OR
Full Time
Entry Level

Position:                Trader Trainee  
Job Status:            Full Time
Location:               Tualatin, Oregon


Buckeye Pacific is a powerhouse in the commodity and lumber trading industry. Based out of Tualatin, Oregon, our trading organization hosts over 40 traders; each offering expertise for a variety of regions and products in the building materials industry.  While we specialize in lumber, crane mats, and millwork products, the true heart of our business is in creating and cultivating relationships with our colleagues, suppliers, and customers.

Trader trainees spend the first 9 months of their Buckeye career in our logistics team to get a comprehensive look at what Buckeye does at every level, and how we can bring value to our business partners and colleagues alike. During this time, the individual will be going through our trader training program, ultimately developing an understanding of the different products, markets, and regions we work in. Upon completion of our training program, the trainee will be placed in a department that best suits their strengths and ready to begin building their book of business!

Key Responsibilities:
  • Negotiate freight rates with carriers and brokers – transactional and contractual.
  • Maintain existing carrier/broker relationships and prospect, as necessary, for new potential transportation providers.
  • Ensure scheduled shipments are in compliance with interstate trucking laws, regulation and company policy.
  • Solve shipping/logistics problems and/or claims as they arise, including investigating shipper or consignee complaints relating to lost or damaged product and/or shortages in shipment.
  • Quote freight rates to members on the trading floor.
  • Handle all communication for dispatching all truck shipments in response to the available loads each day as well as follow up with carriers/brokers for pick-up and delivery.
  • Pre-prospecting on potential new accounts.
  • Complete all assignments and tasks related to their training program.
Education and/or Experience:
High School Diploma is required along with a Bachelor's Degree from four-year college or university; or Associate’s degree from two-year college plus one year related sales experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Excellent communication skills required (written and oral) with both internal and external industry partners.
  • Ambitious and competitive nature.
  • Attention to detail and exceptional accuracy.
  • Priority on customer service and willingness to utilize metrics.
  • Self-motivated and proactive approach.
  • Ability to multi-task and handle high volumes.
  • Dependable and able to work in an office setting. 
  • Ability to collect data, identify and define problems and create effective solutions.
  • Skilled in collaboration and able to work in a team environment.

Buckeye offers a competitive base salary and benefits, including company-paid medical, dental, life and disability, as well as a 401(k) plan with an employer match and company stock ownership.

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