Trader

As a Trader, you will be responsible to source, buy and sell non-ferrous metals including aluminum, copper, brass, and stainless steel in a fast-paced, trading environment. You will bring a strong sales mindset, entrepreneurial drive and a results-focused approach. You will gain hands-on training and field exposure while working alongside an experienced trader, progressively taking on greater responsibility and ownership in the market.

What you’re responsible for:

• Developing and managing a portfolio of suppliers and customers for non-ferrous scrap and refined metals, with a primary emphasis on aluminum during the initial phase.
• Sourcing non-ferrous materials domestically and internationally, negotiating purchase and sale terms to maximize margins and long-term value.
• Actively selling material by identifying opportunities, calling customers, and maintaining strong, trust-based business relationships.
• Analyzing global market trends, pricing indices, and supply-demand dynamics to support trading strategies and informed decision-making.
• Executing trades end-to-end, with growing ownership over pricing, logistics coordination, risk management, and compliance requirements.
• Building and sustaining long-term commercial relationships with scrap yards, smelters, brokers, processors, and industrial end-users.
• Collaborating closely with operations, logistics, finance, and compliance teams to ensure smooth execution and settlement of transactions.

To join our team:

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, International Trade or a related field (or equivalent experience);
• You have experience in B2B sales with exposure to international trade and logistics (asset);
• You have the ability to assess risk, understand P&L dynamics and make informed commercial decisions;
• You have knowledge of commodity markets, pricing mechanisms and supply chain logistics (asset);
• You have excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills;
• You are proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with ERP/CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, SAP);
• You have a valid driver’s license and passport, with the ability to travel domestically and internationally.

What we offer! 

• A competitive wage, vacation, benefits and a RRSP matching program 
• Annual AIM tuition scholarship program up to $8,500 per eligible dependents 
• The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development 
• A dynamic & rewarding work environment that is also a lot of fun!