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SECURE

Scrap Commodity Trader

Edmonton, AB · On-site

The Metals Trader will be responsible for analyzing the metals commodity market, both foreign and ... Work with Metals Recycling team to determine trade requirements for executing strategic plans

SECURE

Scrap Commodity Trader

Edmonton, AB

The Metals Trader will be responsible for analyzing the metals commodity market, both foreign and ... Work with Metals Recycling team to determine trade requirements for executing strategic plans

ATCO

Specialist, Strategic Sourcing

Calgary, AB · Remote

Monitor commodity markets and pricing trends. * Develop strategies to mitigate supply chain and pricing risks. * Conduct spend analysis and identify opportunities for savings, rebates, and cost ...

Propak Systems Ltd.

Jr. Buyer

Airdrie, AB · On-site

Ability to apply various strategies and execution approaches to different commodities/projects as guided by senior staff. * Willingness to build working knowledge across more than one commodity ...

Atlas Oil

NGL Trader

Calgary, AB

Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) Trader Job Summary Responsible for generating new trading strategies ... Keen understanding of spread trading including time spreads, basis, and cross-commodity.

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Spgi

Commercial Director

Calgary, AB

Develop an exceptional understanding of, and stay current on, the S&P Global Commodity Insights ... Contribute to the business strategy through a deep understanding of industry requirements, market ...

S&P Global

Commercial Director

Calgary, AB · On-site

Develop an exceptional understanding of, and stay current on, the S&P Global Commodity Insights ... Contribute to the business strategy through a deep understanding of industry requirements, market ...

Spgi

Commercial Director

Calgary, AB · On-site

... Commodity Insights products and functionality and their application to specific clients/job functions. Contribute to the business strategy through a deep understanding of industry requirements ...

S&P Global

Commercial Director

Calgary, AB

... Commodity Insights products and functionality and their application to specific clients/job functions. Contribute to the business strategy through a deep understanding of industry requirements ...

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How much do commodity strategist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for commodity strategist in Alberta is $85,177.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $100,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Commodity Strategist vs Commodity Analyst?

AspectCommodity StrategistCommodity Analyst
Primary FocusDevelops long-term strategies and market forecasts for commoditiesAnalyzes market data to provide short-term insights and reports
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related field; often advanced certificationsBachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related field; entry-level roles
Work EnvironmentFinancial firms, trading houses, or commodity companiesResearch firms, trading desks, or financial institutions

While both roles analyze commodity markets, a Commodity Strategist focuses on developing long-term strategies and market forecasts, whereas a Commodity Analyst provides detailed short-term market analysis. The strategist's role is more about planning and forecasting, while the analyst's role is about data analysis and reporting.

What cities in Alberta are hiring for Commodity Strategist jobs?

Cities in Alberta with the most Commodity Strategist job openings:

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Infographic showing various Commodity Strategist job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $85,177 per year, or $41 per hour.

Commodity Purchaser

Balzac, AB • Hybrid

ZyTech Building Systems LP, Alberta
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

ZyTech is a Canadian manufacturer and distributor of high-quality building materials, serving construction partners across Western Canada. We are committed to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement - delivering reliable products through strong partnerships and a safety-focused, collaborative workplace.

We are seeking a Commodity Purchaser – Prairies & Treated Programs to support our Prairie operations by sourcing lumber, panel, and treated wood products strategically and cost-effectively. This role is responsible for ensuring product availability, managing inventory and purchasing decisions across multiple branches, maintaining supplier relationships, and supporting procurement strategies that drive operational efficiency and profitable growth.

Location & Work Model

  • Calgary, AB preferred (Remote considered)
  • Work Model: Onsite / Hybrid
  • Travel: Regular travel to Prairie branches, supplier and mill visits, and attendance at purchasing meetings and offsite events in Calgary

Responsibilities

  • Manage treated lumber programs, including supplier negotiations, inventory planning, replenishment, and vendor performance.
  • Run and validate suggested-order batches for Manitoba and Saskatchewan branches, ensuring accurate purchasing decisions and inventory replenishment.
  • Create and release purchase orders while balancing immediate branch requirements with truckload and freight efficiencies.
  • Build and manage forward positions on dimensional lumber, panels, and treated products, including block-buy commitments and allocation planning.
  • Monitor commodity markets, pricing trends, futures, and industry reports to support buy/hold/cover decisions.
  • Maintain accurate replacement costs and provide market intelligence to support pricing strategies and planning activities.
  • Negotiate pricing, freight, supply programs, and volume commitments with mills, distributors, and treating partners.
  • Reconcile supplier confirmations against purchase orders and resolve shortages, substitutions, claims, and delivery issues.
  • Monitor inventory performance, stock turns, aged inventory, and below-cost SKUs while supporting corrective actions where required.
  • Coordinate purchasing activities across multiple banners and branches to maximize buying power, supplier programs, and rebate opportunities.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives, process enhancements, and digital purchasing workflows.

Experience & Qualifications

  • 3–5+ years of purchasing or trading commodity wood products in a Canadian LBM, wholesale, distribution, or mill-direct environment.
  • Strong knowledge of SPF lumber, studs, OSB, plywood, treated lumber, and commodity market pricing.
  • Experience with supplier management, purchasing, inventory replenishment, and ERP systems.
  • Strong analytical skills, including cost, freight, margin, and inventory analysis.
  • Proven success negotiating pricing, volume agreements, and supplier programs.
  • Experience managing treated lumber programs and building strong supplier relationships.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently while collaborating across teams.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with BisTrack purchasing and inventory systems.
  • Knowledge of vendor rebate programs, truckload/railcar procurement, and AI-assisted purchasing tools.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental coverage, a company RSP plan, and paid time off. Our programs is designed to support employee well-being and provide long-term security.