Commodity Trader

Marion, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/4/2024

Our Core Values:

• Alive & Well • Be Courageous & Try It • Listen Up, Be Inquisitive & Keep an Open Mind •

• One Team, One Dream, One Family • Create Innovative Solutions • Act With Integrity •

•Commit, Be Tenacious, & Compete to Win •


Quincy Recycle's Marion, IA team is growing!

For nearly 50 years, Quincy Recycle has been solving waste stream problems for our partners, proving our team can design solutions that will fit your specific business and waste needs. Often, we find our partners can reduce waste and landfill costs simultaneously, creating a positive impact on the environment and their bottom line.

How do we do this? Our sales team offers complete and custom solutions with long-term business sustainability in mind. By creating a plan that also pays off tomorrow, we give you the power to operate your business in a way that is cost-effective and easier on the environment.

Want to be a part of a team that creates innovative solutions and makes an impact?

What’s In It For You:

  • Unlimited Earning Potential (2 years competitive base salary to start)
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Cell Phone Stipend
  • Challenging & Rewarding Career Opportunity
  • Professional YET Casual and Fun Working Environment with Highly Engaged Teammates
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Comprehensive Health/Wellness Benefits and Programs
  • 401K & Profit Sharing Plans
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays


Sales Role Daily/Weekly Activities:
This individual will create and maintain relationships with manufacturers by consulting with them on their sustainability needs.

  • Prospecting & Cold Calling
  • Manages "A" accounts independently each day
  • Maintains relationships with vendors
  • Schedules vendor visits to meet monthly goals
  • Identifying Gross Margin improvements
  • Understands freight expenses
  • Ability to calculate acceptable net margins
  • Ability to understand material & grading
  • Properly uses Salesforce, Outlook


Keys to Success:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field required
  • 5 years outside sales experience required
  • Ability to travel up to 50% overnight
  • Self-motivated
  • Ability to work independently
  • A consultative and strategic approach
  • Creative thinker who enjoys problem-solving
  • Establishing/maintaining effective relationships
  • Strong organizational/time management skills
  • Demonstrated excellent communication
  • Current/Valid Driver's License and
  • Clean DMV Record


About Us:

Quincy Recycle is in the business of solving waste stream problems for manufacturers. We handle paper, plastic, and metal recyclables and help our clients build sustainable waste reduction processes within their businesses. We are also a major supplier and buyer of Gaylord boxes. With in-house logistics, equipment distribution, and food waste processing, we are a one-stop shop in helping our partners maximize their financial and sustainability goals.

We have multiple locations across the Midwest and a growing network of affiliates that are uniquely positioned to help clients of all sizes, from coast to coast and beyond.

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