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About Azure Standard
Azure Standard is the largest independent food distributor in the United States, serving families, retailers, restaurants, and manufacturers with the highest quality natural, organic, and non‑GMO foods. Azure is a mission‑driven company rooted in a passion for healthy and abundant living.
Our Core Values
We care about people
We build relationships
We do what's right
We forgive and embrace the moment
We serve with joy
We live with purpose
At Azure, you’re not just part of a company, you’re part of a movement that believes in sustainable food systems, honest business practices, and building community through meaningful service.
Basic Job Purpose/Function The Import Commodities Trader is responsible for all aspects of the procurement of bulk and natural/organic food products at Azure Standard within their account range designated by the Purchasing Manager. The Commodities Trader sources products, ensures quality, maintains customer satisfaction, researches opportunity vs risk, prices Azure Market and Azure Market Organics Brand bulk products. In addition, this position handles all Azure Mill direct and custom processing of sales and works with various departments to keep processes running smoothly.
Job Duties
In collaboration with the Product Discovery team, source and add the right new bulk products at the right price to serve Azure customers.
Create new supplier folders, onboard approved products.
Source direct suppliers of products vs brokerages whenever possible.
Research market pricing for contracts and handle price negotiations with suppliers.
Create purchase orders and schedule arrivals to ensure product availability.
Develop and maintain relationships with high‑quality manufacturers and suppliers.
Create and maintain contracts with suppliers and work with the purchasing team on timely delivery of those contracts.
Work with the CFO to keep inventory contracts within budget.
Serve Azure Wholesale Team to handle customer demand through pricing and order fulfillment methods.
Develop and maintain relationships with custom manufacturing accounts and work with our in‑house manufacturers to ensure timely delivery of the product.
Maintain customer pricing on all commodity type Azure Market and Azure Market Organic products, focusing on Azure Market Organics as primary and Azure Market as alternative when organic form is unavailable.
Understand the necessary documentation required for onboarding and maintaining organic products and the ability to review them accurately.
Work with the marketing team and other departments to maintain and supply product information and documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
Work closely with the logistics department to handle non‑standard loads to and from vendors and customers, updating the warehouse receiving team with any special needs or instructions.
Ensure product quality throughout product development projects, obtaining samples and quality checks at the warehouse.
Closely analyze best international freight rates and develop relationships with several shippers around the world to ensure proper freight methods.
Manage communications with domestic freight brokers on importation.
Stay current on the world’s tax and tariff schedule to ensure pricing structure.
Use critical thinking processes in all decision making.
Apply SMART technique methods.
Work closely with all stakeholders to achieve expectations of the Azure product brands.
Achieve milestones.
All other duties assigned by the Purchasing Manager.
Requirements
Lives and demonstrates Azure Core Values.
Experience in commodities trading, importing/exporting.
Ability to build excellent relationships for sales and provide superior customer service.
Deep understanding of natural/organic food and lifestyle.
Great communication and leadership skills.
Proficient spreadsheet and business analytics skills.
Knowledgeable in food safety and organic standards.
Working Conditions
This is primarily a remote position, but requires traveling to Azure from time to time for meetings, training, company events, and food shows.
Should be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
Have reliable high speed internet and quiet office working conditions.
Work Environment Requirements
Must have a high-speed, stable internet connection with a router capable of a wired (plug‑in) connection.
Must have a dedicated, distraction‑free workspace suitable for focused, professional work.
Caregiving during work hours is not permitted.
Must work on company‑provided equipment, which includes:
Computer
Two monitors
Keyboard and mouse
Headset
Time Off & Holidays
Paid Holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Vacation: Awarded based on company policy.
Benefits Eligibility : Benefits begin on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes :
Paid Training Program
Redirect Health Medical Plan
Amaze/Envita Bio‑Medical Health Plan
Voluntary Vision & Dental Plans
AFLAC Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Plans
Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance
Oregon Saves Retirement Plan
Paid Leave Oregon (for Oregon residents)
LegalShield & Identity Shield
AzureWell 20% Product Discount Code
Free Employee Assistance Program (Canopy EAP)
Free SmartDollar Employee Financial Wellness Program
15%+ Azure Cash Employee Discount Shopping Program
Employee Discounts at the Azure General Store, Gas Station, and Dufur Market
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Finance and Sales
Industries
Wholesale
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Commodities Trader/Product Developer
role at
Azure Standard .
About Azure Standard
Azure Standard is the largest independent food distributor in the United States, serving families, retailers, restaurants, and manufacturers with the highest quality natural, organic, and non‑GMO foods. Azure is a mission‑driven company rooted in a passion for healthy and abundant living.
Our Core Values
We care about people
We build relationships
We do what's right
We forgive and embrace the moment
We serve with joy
We live with purpose
At Azure, you’re not just part of a company, you’re part of a movement that believes in sustainable food systems, honest business practices, and building community through meaningful service.
Basic Job Purpose/Function The Import Commodities Trader is responsible for all aspects of the procurement of bulk and natural/organic food products at Azure Standard within their account range designated by the Purchasing Manager. The Commodities Trader sources products, ensures quality, maintains customer satisfaction, researches opportunity vs risk, prices Azure Market and Azure Market Organics Brand bulk products. In addition, this position handles all Azure Mill direct and custom processing of sales and works with various departments to keep processes running smoothly.
Job Duties
In collaboration with the Product Discovery team, source and add the right new bulk products at the right price to serve Azure customers.
Create new supplier folders, onboard approved products.
Source direct suppliers of products vs brokerages whenever possible.
Research market pricing for contracts and handle price negotiations with suppliers.
Create purchase orders and schedule arrivals to ensure product availability.
Develop and maintain relationships with high‑quality manufacturers and suppliers.
Create and maintain contracts with suppliers and work with the purchasing team on timely delivery of those contracts.
Work with the CFO to keep inventory contracts within budget.
Serve Azure Wholesale Team to handle customer demand through pricing and order fulfillment methods.
Develop and maintain relationships with custom manufacturing accounts and work with our in‑house manufacturers to ensure timely delivery of the product.
Maintain customer pricing on all commodity type Azure Market and Azure Market Organic products, focusing on Azure Market Organics as primary and Azure Market as alternative when organic form is unavailable.
Understand the necessary documentation required for onboarding and maintaining organic products and the ability to review them accurately.
Work with the marketing team and other departments to maintain and supply product information and documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
Work closely with the logistics department to handle non‑standard loads to and from vendors and customers, updating the warehouse receiving team with any special needs or instructions.
Ensure product quality throughout product development projects, obtaining samples and quality checks at the warehouse.
Closely analyze best international freight rates and develop relationships with several shippers around the world to ensure proper freight methods.
Manage communications with domestic freight brokers on importation.
Stay current on the world’s tax and tariff schedule to ensure pricing structure.
Use critical thinking processes in all decision making.
Apply SMART technique methods.
Work closely with all stakeholders to achieve expectations of the Azure product brands.
Achieve milestones.
All other duties assigned by the Purchasing Manager.
Requirements
Lives and demonstrates Azure Core Values.
Experience in commodities trading, importing/exporting.
Ability to build excellent relationships for sales and provide superior customer service.
Deep understanding of natural/organic food and lifestyle.
Great communication and leadership skills.
Proficient spreadsheet and business analytics skills.
Knowledgeable in food safety and organic standards.
Working Conditions
This is primarily a remote position, but requires traveling to Azure from time to time for meetings, training, company events, and food shows.
Should be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
Have reliable high speed internet and quiet office working conditions.
Work Environment Requirements
Must have a high-speed, stable internet connection with a router capable of a wired (plug‑in) connection.
Must have a dedicated, distraction‑free workspace suitable for focused, professional work.
Caregiving during work hours is not permitted.
Must work on company‑provided equipment, which includes:
Computer
Two monitors
Keyboard and mouse
Headset
Time Off & Holidays
Paid Holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Vacation: Awarded based on company policy.
Benefits Eligibility : Benefits begin on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes :
Paid Training Program
Redirect Health Medical Plan
Amaze/Envita Bio‑Medical Health Plan
Voluntary Vision & Dental Plans
AFLAC Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Plans
Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance
Oregon Saves Retirement Plan
Paid Leave Oregon (for Oregon residents)
LegalShield & Identity Shield
AzureWell 20% Product Discount Code
Free Employee Assistance Program (Canopy EAP)
Free SmartDollar Employee Financial Wellness Program
15%+ Azure Cash Employee Discount Shopping Program
Employee Discounts at the Azure General Store, Gas Station, and Dufur Market
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Finance and Sales
Industries
Wholesale
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Azure Standard by 2x.
Get notified about new Commodity Trader jobs in
Dufur, OR .
#J-18808-Ljbffr