Career Opportunity Agricultural Commodity Trader/MerchandiserFort Erie, ONAbout Lackawanna Product Corporation (LPC) For over 35 years, LPC has been marketing and moving commodities worldwide. We are a privately-owned, essential logistics and trading company for commodities and feed ingredient needs. LPC\xe2\x80\x99s highly trained staff focus on quality, service and dedication and they are looking for a new member to join their Fort Erie team. LPC offers a 40 hour work week, along with a competitive salary, benefits and a profit sharing bonus! Summary The Agricultural Commodity Trader focuses on business development. Through building customer and vendor relationships, this position will work to expand the purchasing and sales of LPC for agricultural commodities. The person in this role will also be responsible for identifying new markets and product opportunities that will create value for the customers of LPC. The selected candidate will be required to be familiar with agriculture and farming and being fully bilingual in both French and English would be a strong asset. They also must be open and willing to learn all aspects of this position during the extensive training program. As an Agricultural Commodity Trader, the individual will require exceptional communication and customer service skills and have a drive to provide excellent service. Responsibilities
Develop and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and customers
Obtain market information for business development
Negotiate purchase and sale terms with customers and suppliers
Maintain communication with logistics department to ensure all logistics are completed and deadlines are met
Provide excellent customers service and monitor any active shipments
Skills and Qualifications
Bilingual in both French and English would be considered a strong asset
Be familiar with farming and agriculture
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Outstanding people skills with the ability to negotiate
Ability to problem solve and ensure solutions in a timely manner
Must be open and willing to learn
Must be a Current Canadian Resident
Job Type: Full-time Salary: $35,000.00-$60,000.00 per year Benefits:
Casual dress
Dental care
Extended health care
Paid time off
Profit sharing
Vision care
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
Bonus pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
Fort Erie, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
Bachelor\'s Degree (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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