International Recycled Commodity Trader - Georgia-Pacific

As an International Recycled Commodity Trader specializing in paper and fiber sales, you will join our team to maintain and expand our presence in the recycling industry. Your role will involve pricing products, negotiating contracts, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, and staying informed on market trends and regulatory changes. This fast-paced, dynamic position requires strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Compensation: For this role, we anticipate paying $130,000 - $150,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form. Please speak to your recruiter about the details of our compensation program.

Location: This position offers the flexibility of remote work with a home base. Candidates should expect to travel 30-50% of the time, accommodating both domestic and international business requirements as needed. Please note that while GP Recycling's corporate headquarters are in Jerico, NY, physical presence there is not a routine requirement for this role. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Our Team

Join Georgia Pacific Recycling, an industry leader dedicated to adding value for our suppliers and customers. With nearly 50 years of experience, we trade nearly 5 million tons of recycled material annually in 40+ countries. Our innovative solutions include multicommodity collection (fiber, plastics, metal), sustainable practices, logistics, and equipment solutions, all with a strong customer focus.

At GP Recycling, sustainability goes beyond economic performance. It means doing the right thing for our customers, communities, and society. Our customer-centric approach is built upon the strengths of our diverse team, leveraging their unique skills and knowledge to cultivate mutually beneficial relationships. As an International Recycled Commodity Trader, you will play a pivotal role on our sales trading team, working closely with global partners. Join us in making a positive impact through sustainable recycling solutions. Apply now and be part of our dynamic team.

What You Will Do

• Profitably expands international trading business and grows mutually beneficial partnerships.
• Develop and execute effective sales strategies to sustain and grow business in the paper and fiber sales sector.
• Price products competitively and negotiate contracts with clients to secure favorable terms.
• Foster strong relationships with global partners, coordinating sales efforts and ensuring effective collaboration.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including operations and logistics, to ensure smooth operations and exceptional customer satisfaction.
• Stay updated on market trends, industry developments, and regulatory changes to identify new business opportunities.
• Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify potential customers, understand their needs, and develop tailored sales proposals.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Minimum of 5 years of sales experience, ideally in the paper and fiber industry.
• Demonstrated industry knowledge and experience in the paper and fiber sector.
• Willingness to travel 30- 50% of the time, including international & domestic travel, based on business needs.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience in brokerage of recycled paper and fiber, including knowledge of pricing mechanisms and market dynamics.
• Bilingual proficiency in any relevant language to effectively communicate with global partners and clients.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Business, Sales, or a related discipline.

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Hiring Philosophy

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Who We Are

Georgia-Pacific LLC is a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day -to make everyday products even better.

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Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf