Trading Manager Jobs
Trading Manager jobs are open across commodity trading, retail merchandise, and financial services, from associate to director level, in industries ranging from energy and banking to consumer goods and e-commerce. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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- Job Type: Full-time
- Salary: Up to $100K + Commission
- Benefit:
- $100 premium for family coverage covering all family members
Bonus (Annually based on Company Performance)
The position is responsible for developing new sales and business, expanding existing customer relationships, achieving assigned revenue and profit objectives, managing and developing sales channels, and supporting the performance and growth of the Company’s sales organization. The primary assigned territory for this position consists of Illinois and Indiana.
・ Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve Company-established revenue, profit, and growth objectives within the
assigned territory.
・Develop new business through prospecting, cold calling, customer visits, networking, trade shows, referrals, and other
business-development activities.
・Develop and maintain customer relationships and identify opportunities to expand sales of industrial machinery,
machine tools, automation equipment, inspection systems, and related manufacturing solutions.
・Manage the sales process from identifying and qualifying opportunities through proposals, presentations, negotiations,
closing, and follow-up.
・Build and maintain relationships with distributors, vendors, manufacturers, and other business partners to expand sales opportunities and market presence.
・ Achieve individual and team sales objectives and provide leadership, guidance, and support to sales personnel and
distribution partners.
・Maintain an active sales pipeline and provide regular sales forecasts and activity reports to the Management Team.
・Monitor customer needs, market conditions, competitors, and industry trends to identify new sales and product
opportunities.
・ Work with customers, distributors, vendors, and internal personnel to address customer requirements, resolve issues,
and support successful execution of sales opportunities and projects.
・Represent professionally at customer meetings, trade shows, industry events, and other business-
development activities, and perform other duties as assigned by the Management Team.
・ Legally eligible to work in the United States.
・ Minimum of five (5) years of successful B2B outside sales experience, preferably in industrial machinery, machine tools,
manufacturing equipment, or other technical products.
・Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales objectives and developing new business.
・Experience managing customer, distributor, vendor, or other business relationships; sales leadership or management
experience preferred.
・Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout the assigned territory.
・Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
・Strong communication skills and ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage multiple priorities.
・ Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and closing skills.
・Strong prospecting and business-development abilities.
・Ability to develop and execute effective sales strategies.
・Strong customer relationship and account-management skills.
・Strong sales planning, forecasting, and pipeline-management skills.
・ Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
・ Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and standard business technology.
・Experience in machine-tool, CNC, industrial machinery, capital equipment, manufacturing equipment,
automation, or related technical sales is strongly preferred.
・Bachelor’s degree in Business, Mechanical Engineering, Marketing, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent relevant
experience in industrial machinery, machine tools, manufacturing equipment, or related technical sales may be considered in lieu
of a degree.
This position requires extensive travel, potentially up to 50-75%, primarily throughout the assigned territory of Illinois and
Indiana. Travel may include customer locations, distributor locations, vendor and supplier locations, trade shows, industry events,
customer demonstrations, and other business-related destinations. Travel outside the assigned territory may also be required when
necessary to support business
- Job Type: Full-time
- Salary: Up to $100K + Commission
- Benefit:
- $100 premium for family coverage covering all family members
Bonus (Annually based on Company Performance)
The position is responsible for developing new sales and business, expanding existing customer relationships, achieving assigned revenue and profit objectives, managing and developing sales channels, and supporting the performance and growth of the Company’s sales organization. The primary assigned territory for this position consists of Illinois and Indiana.
・ Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve Company-established revenue, profit, and growth objectives within the
assigned territory.
・Develop new business through prospecting, cold calling, customer visits, networking, trade shows, referrals, and other
business-development activities.
・Develop and maintain customer relationships and identify opportunities to expand sales of industrial machinery,
machine tools, automation equipment, inspection systems, and related manufacturing solutions.
・Manage the sales process from identifying and qualifying opportunities through proposals, presentations, negotiations,
closing, and follow-up.
・Build and maintain relationships with distributors, vendors, manufacturers, and other business partners to expand sales opportunities and market presence.
・ Achieve individual and team sales objectives and provide leadership, guidance, and support to sales personnel and
distribution partners.
・Maintain an active sales pipeline and provide regular sales forecasts and activity reports to the Management Team.
・Monitor customer needs, market conditions, competitors, and industry trends to identify new sales and product
opportunities.
・ Work with customers, distributors, vendors, and internal personnel to address customer requirements, resolve issues,
and support successful execution of sales opportunities and projects.
・Represent professionally at customer meetings, trade shows, industry events, and other business-
development activities, and perform other duties as assigned by the Management Team.
・ Legally eligible to work in the United States.
・ Minimum of five (5) years of successful B2B outside sales experience, preferably in industrial machinery, machine tools,
manufacturing equipment, or other technical products.
・Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales objectives and developing new business.
・Experience managing customer, distributor, vendor, or other business relationships; sales leadership or management
experience preferred.
・Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout the assigned territory.
・Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
・Strong communication skills and ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage multiple priorities.
・ Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and closing skills.
・Strong prospecting and business-development abilities.
・Ability to develop and execute effective sales strategies.
・Strong customer relationship and account-management skills.
・Strong sales planning, forecasting, and pipeline-management skills.
・ Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
・ Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and standard business technology.
・Experience in machine-tool, CNC, industrial machinery, capital equipment, manufacturing equipment,
automation, or related technical sales is strongly preferred.
・Bachelor’s degree in Business, Mechanical Engineering, Marketing, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent relevant
experience in industrial machinery, machine tools, manufacturing equipment, or related technical sales may be considered in lieu
of a degree.
This position requires extensive travel, potentially up to 50-75%, primarily throughout the assigned territory of Illinois and
Indiana. Travel may include customer locations, distributor locations, vendor and supplier locations, trade shows, industry events,
customer demonstrations, and other business-related destinations. Travel outside the assigned territory may also be required when
necessary to support business
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Who's Hiring
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in trading manager jobs.
- 5 or more years of experience in trading, merchandising, or portfolio management
- Proficiency with trading platforms, risk management systems, or category management software
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills with demonstrated P&L accountability
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, or a related field
- Experience developing and enforcing risk limits, hedging strategies, or procurement policies
- Series 3, Series 7, or equivalent license depending on the trading environment
Tips for Your Trading Manager Job Search
Quantify your P&L impact directly
Trading managers are hired on outcomes. Your resume needs to show portfolio size managed, margin improvements, or cost reductions you drove. Vague claims about 'managing trading activity' won't hold up against candidates who cite concrete performance numbers.
Match your specialization to the posting
Commodity trading, equity trading, and retail merchandise management all use the title 'trading manager' but require different skills. Tailor your resume so the specialization in the job posting appears clearly in your summary and experience sections.
Highlight your risk management credentials
Job postings for trading managers almost always require demonstrated experience with risk frameworks, position limits, or hedging strategies. If you've managed Value at Risk or implemented stop-loss protocols, call those out explicitly rather than burying them in responsibilities.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists trading manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a case study for your interview
Interviewers for trading manager roles frequently ask you to walk through a trade or buying decision that went wrong. Prepare a structured account of a loss or misjudgment, what you learned, and what you changed. Candidates who can do this credibly stand out.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base
Trading manager offers often include performance bonuses tied to desk or portfolio results. When negotiating, ask how the bonus structure is calculated, what the payout history looks like, and whether the bonus target is guaranteed or discretionary.
Trading Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most trading managers?
The most active employers for trading managers right now are Accenture, Logic, and Wood Mackenzie, and the most openings are in New York, Texas, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be highest at energy companies, large retailers, and financial institutions with active trading desks.
How many trading manager jobs are remote?
About 89% of trading manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though this varies significantly by specialization. Retail merchandise and category management roles are more likely to offer hybrid arrangements, while positions on live trading desks in energy or financial markets typically require on-site presence due to real-time execution demands.
How do you become a trading manager?
Start with a degree in finance, economics, or business and secure an entry-level role as a trader, analyst, or buyer. Build direct experience managing positions, negotiating contracts, or running category performance, then demonstrate leadership by mentoring junior staff or leading a desk. Relevant licenses and a track of measurable outcomes accelerate promotion into a management title.
Can you get hired as a trading manager without experience?
Moving directly into a trading manager role without prior trading or merchandising experience is uncommon, but some paths exist. Candidates from adjacent functions like supply chain, corporate finance, or quantitative analysis who can demonstrate risk awareness, decision-making under uncertainty, and commercial accountability are occasionally considered for smaller firms or internal promotions at companies where they already have context.
What does the trading manager interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter screen followed by a technical or case-based interview where you walk through past trading decisions, risk management approaches, or category performance. Final rounds typically include a panel with senior traders, a desk head, or a finance leader who will probe your judgment on loss scenarios, team management, and market conditions. Some firms add a written modeling exercise.
Where can I find and apply to trading manager jobs?
You can find and apply to trading manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that fit your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each one that matches.
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