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Trainee Commodities Logistics Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Managing the driver trainees that are in the program. * Responsible for evaluating the driver ... Commodities Training - Drivers shall be trained and evaluated on securing the items with hands on ...

Managing the driver trainees that are in the program. * Responsible for evaluating the driver ... Commodities Training - Drivers shall be trained and evaluated on securing the items with hands on ...

... commodities are being transported, including preparing initial instructions, cargo and bunkers ... Position requires a Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business, Supply Chain Management, Agricultural ...

... commodities are being transported, including preparing initial instructions, cargo and bunkers ... Position requires a Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business, Supply Chain Management, Agricultural ...

... commodities are being transported, including preparing initial instructions, cargo and bunkers ... Position requires a Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business, Supply Chain Management, Agricultural ...

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How much do trainee commodities logistics jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for trainee commodities logistics in the United States is $85,453.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,500.00 and $102,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Infographic showing various Trainee Commodities Logistics job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Locum Tenens, 6% As Needed, 71% Full Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,453 per year, or $41.1 per hour.

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

About the job
Southern Mississippi Trading is a premier commodity trading company and significant player in the wood products industry. We offer lifelong careers for talented and motivated individuals through the buying and selling of wood products and are looking for a self-driven, highly competitive individual to join our team! Starting out, you will actively participate in our trader trainee development program to gain a comprehensive understanding of our industry, while also becoming equipped with the tools that lead to success on the commodities trading floor.
What's life like as a trader? Challenging, always changing, and fun. At SMT, we are the definition of a work hard - play hard team, who gives motivated people a pathway to become extremely successful. The culture of work/life balance is reflected in the tenure of our traders, averaging around 15 years. We are a company with a thriving social environment, filled with good friends & lots of company events!
Responsibilities in the Trader Trainee role:
  • Work within the logistics department to help grow our transportation network and negotiate freight rates with carriers
  • Communicate and collaborate with SMT Traders to resolve challenges or issues that arise in logistics
  • Work closely and network with SMT Traders to learn about our company's business model
  • Monitor and analyze market trends within the forest product trading industry
  • Start to develop a customer relationships by prospecting, cold calling and networking

Compensation:
Paid training program. Followed by unlimited/limitless earning potential + bonus opportunities and employer stock options. Upward mobility within the first 2 -3 years, with the expectation to make high six figures.
Things we look for:
  • High energy with an entrepreneur spirit
  • Excellent problem solving, analytical and mathematical skills
  • Ability to create and embrace long term relationships
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate and interact with all levels of an organization
  • Ability to multitask to an exceptional degree
  • A strong desire to manage your own business and excel beyond ordinary
  • Must be comfortable with Excel, Word, Google Docs---etc