Junior Commodity Trader

About The Company

Export Packers Company Limited is a multi-faceted, growth-oriented international food company. Since 1937, this privately owned family company based in Ontario, Canada, has built itself into a global food expert, providing exceptional service and innovative solutions to its industry partners. The company’s success is driven by its dedicated employees' professionalism and entrepreneurial spirit. Our Head office is located in Brampton, Ontario.

Role Summary

We are seeking an ambitious and analytical Junior Commodity Trader to support the procurement and sales of commodities while developing strong supplier and customer relationships. This role provides a hands-on learning experience in commodity trading, offering exposure to market analysis, pricing strategies, and logistics coordination. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, detail-oriented professional who is eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced, competitive trading environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the trading team in executing buying and selling strategies by assisting with price negotiations, contract terms, and market research.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and customers while learning effective trade execution strategies.
• Monitor market trends, supply, and demand fluctuations to identify emerging trading opportunities.
• Assist with inventory management, ensuring efficient product flow and alignment with customer needs.
• Collaborate with logistics, finance, and operations teams to ensure smooth execution of transactions.
• Analyze competitor activities and pricing strategies to provide insights to senior traders.
• Prepare and maintain trading reports, tracking sales, contracts, and performance metrics.
• Attend industry trade shows and networking events to build market knowledge and business relationships.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, assisting in documentation and reporting.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications/Skills

• Previous experience in commodity trading, sales, procurement, or a related field.
• Degree or Diploma in Global Supply Chain, International Trade, Business, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen interest in market analysis.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage with domestic and international partners.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with ERP/trading software is an asset.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn, with a strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to travel for trade shows, supplier visits, and industry events as needed.
• Multilingual abilities are an asset but not required.
  
  

Benefits

• Hybrid- 1 day work from home per week
• Summer hours (half day off every Friday between Victoria Day weekend and Labor Day weekend)
• Competitive vacation and Personal day policy
• Employee Discounts on the consumables
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Benefits
• RRSP Match Program
  
  

Export Packers is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity of thought, ideas, perspective and people. We create an inclusive environment that attracts, retains and values people of all backgrounds by treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence through inclusion, integration and equal opportunity. We are committed to meeting the needs of those who interact with Export Packers in accordance with Federal and provincial laws.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, Export Packers has an Accommodation Policy as part of our hiring process. Should you require accommodation, please advise the People & Culture Department.

Please note: A criminal background check is required for all candidates and will be conducted in the final stages of the hiring process. This will be facilitated by our team, with full details provided during the selection process.