Relationship-Driven Sales Pro
pivoting into Physical Commodity Trading

I build trust, move quickly, and solve real-world problems. I'm focused on ag & forestry supply chains in Washington—combining a commercial mindset with growing logistics and risk skills.

Based in TN → visiting WA Ag/Forestry Focus Incoterms • B/L • Laytime Ops & Logistics Ready

Target Roles

  • Logistics / Operations Coordinator
  • Trader Assistant / Desk Support
  • Export Documentation (B/L, L/C, SOF)
FOB • CIF • CFR
Letters of Credit
Laytime & Demurrage
Bulk & Container Flow

About Jonathan

Sales & marketing background with a bias for action. Now applying that commercial edge to physical commodities.

I've led revenue growth, built partnerships, and solved customer problems across multiple ventures. My edge is simple: I create trust fast and keep projects moving. I'm currently targeting Washington's ag & forestry trade—where relationships, logistics, and timing matter.

  • Negotiation & client relationship management
  • Market research & practical problem-solving
  • Documentation flow: CI, PL, B/L, L/C basics
  • Comfort with deadline pressure and changing plans

Fast Credentials

  • Incoterms® 2020 (in progress)
  • Trade Finance basics (UCP600)
  • Logistics & Ops coursework
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Commercial Highlights

A few wins that translate directly into value on a trading desk.

Fast Facts

Ag & Forestry focus (PNW supply chains)
Docs: CI • PL • B/L • L/C (working level)
Incoterms: FOB • CIF • CFR • DAP
Ops: cut-offs, bookings, VGM, customs

Marketing ROI

Built campaigns that delivered double-digit ROI and repeat business.

Faster Cycles

Negotiated and closed deals across industries, shortening sales cycles up to 40%.

Revenue Growth

Grew annual revenue +27% by expanding high-value accounts in a competitive market.

Core Skills & Expertise

Technical and commercial capabilities that drive results in commodity trading.

Trading & Commercial

Client Relationship Management 95%
Negotiation & Deal Closing 90%
Market Research & Analysis 85%
Revenue Growth Strategies 88%

Logistics & Operations

Incoterms & Trade Terms 75%
Documentation (B/L, L/C, CI) 70%
Supply Chain Coordination 80%
Risk Management Basics 65%

Industry Focus Areas

Agriculture

Grains, specialty crops

Forestry

Lumber, wood products

Logistics

Bulk & container shipping

Recycling

Waste paper, metals

Current Initiatives

What I’m building and learning right now.

Washington Networking Sprint

Two-week on-site push to meet exporters, recyclers, timber and ag traders; targeting logistics/ops and junior desk roles.

Logistics Skill Sprint

Focused study on Incoterms, letters of credit, and demurrage risk with practical doc-pack drills.

Reading & Market Notes

Studying forestry & ag trade dynamics; keeping short, practical notes I can share in interviews.

What I'm Studying

Live list of courses & resources I'm using to ramp fast.

Active Courses

Currently enrolled and progressing

ICC Incoterms® 2020 Certificate

In Progress

Mastering international trade terms and risk allocation

75% Complete

CME Group — Position & Risk Management

Active

Understanding futures markets and risk mitigation

60% Complete

Reading & Research

Books, guides, and market intelligence

Reading
Mastering the Grain Markets

by Elaine Kub

Weekly
Commodity Conversations

Kingsman SA

Reference
CME Ag & Lumber Guides

Market fundamentals

Specialized Training

Focused modules for immediate application



Completed
Letters of Credit (UCP600)

Trade finance fundamentals and documentation flow

Practicing
Bills of Lading & Documentation

Clean vs. claused B/L, document flow mastery

Next Up
Laytime & Demurrage

Vessel operations and time-based risk management

Certifications & Courses I've Taken Recently

Fresh, practical training that supports logistics, documentation, and risk.

Trade & Logistics

    ICC Incoterms® 2020 Certificate (in progress)
    Letters of Credit (UCP600) — fundamentals
    Bills of Lading — clean vs. claused, doc flow

Risk & Markets

    CME Group — Position & Risk Management
    CFI — Commodities Fundamentals (select modules)
    Laytime & Demurrage — core principles

Docs & Execution

    • Export doc pack drills: CI, PL, B/L, insurance note
    • Booking → cut-offs → VGM → customs/AES
    • Bulk & container flow — ops basics