Paper & Board Trader - USA
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VIPA Group
NY
Summary
The trader will be responsible for trading paper and board products while identifying new market opportunities and managing client relationships. They will also negotiate prices with suppliers and clients and oversee import/export operations to maximize growth.
Job Description
We are looking to hire a
Paper & Board Trader
Based in the US (Remote Role)|Position Code: USP - 0326
About VIPA
VIPA is a European multinational company, based in Lausanne, Switzerland, with a rapidly expanding Paper and Board Division and a leading position in the global recycling and recovered material trading. As our business is growing, we want to expand our team and wish to employ an experienced commercial executive for our Paper & Board Division, familiar with the Paper Industry. The role is located in the US. This is a 100% remote position.
Why VIPA?
For us, each and every team member is special and important, and this is the reason why we invest in education, training, personal and professional growth. We offer great working conditions in a multinational environment, in a dynamic and fast-growing company.
Responsibilities
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Trading of paper and board products
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Research and identify new market opportunities in the local market
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Contacting potential clients via email or phone to establish communication and set up meetings
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Crafting business proposals and contracts to draw in more revenue from clients
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Negotiating with clients and suppliers to secure the most attractive prices
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Managing customer relationships
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Following up on the import/export operations
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Analyse sales, marketing, finance, and other reports to gain insights into how to improve performance and maximize growth
The ideal candidate
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Experience in the Paper and Pulp industry (Preferably in the Tissue and Packaging sectors)
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Ability to develop relationships with current and potential clients
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Strong communication, B2B sales and presentation skills
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Ability to multitask and prioritise projects
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Availability to travel within the country for meetings with current and potential clients
The company offers
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Competitive salary, depending on experience and qualifications
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Bonus scheme
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Exceptional growth potential in a company with a solid financial background and ambition for great things!
Only local candidates will be considered. No relocation offered
Vipa Lausanne SA is a global merchandiser of recovered paper, prime paper, stock lots and other recyclable raw materials and recycling services.
Vipa’s network covers Europe, USA, Asia and the Middle East, offering a wide range of products and services. We are one of the leading trading and collection recycling companies in the world. With a current total annual capacity beyond 1'000'000 tons per year, Vipa is one of the market leaders.
Founded
1965
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Environmental Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Lausanne, Vaud
Vipa Lausanne SA is a global merchandiser of recovered paper, prime paper, stock lots and other recyclable raw materials and recycling services.
Vipa’s network covers Europe, USA, Asia and the Middle East, offering a wide range of products and services. We are one of the leading trading and collection recycling companies in the world. With a current total annual capacity beyond 1'000'000 tons per year, Vipa is one of the market leaders.
Founded
1965
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Environmental Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Lausanne, Vaud
