A Growing Team of Go-Getters

Strategically recruiting, hiring, and training for new positions each year.

We're committed to smart, steady growth. With 37 active traders and interns, we have the largest trading floor in North America--and we're not stopping there. Our 12-month paid apprenticeship program gives traders the tools they need to excel.

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Pacific Northwest Roots

The Portland business community is booming and we're proud to be a part of that growth.

We love being a part of the Portland business community. We work hard, care about our people, and build lasting business partnerships. From hiking to camping to fishing, we soak up all that Oregon has to offer.

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An Edge in the Industry

In business for over 50 years, we're experts in our industry and our craft.

Our partnerships with mills and suppliers keep us ahead of the game. Founded in 1964 as the first Forest City Trading Group company, we've been trading lumber, panels, steel, and industrial supplies for over 50 years.

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Industry Leadership. People-Centered Business.

A Career That Grows

We invest in our people and they invest in us. Our 12-month paid apprenticeship program gives traders the tools they need to do their jobs--and love what they do. Learn more about our apprenticeship and start your path towards a rewarding new career.
People and Partners First

Communication. Responsibility. Accountability. Integrity. Leadership. Respect. AIFP's strong values guide our business dealings, processes, and partnerships. As industry pioneers, we take pride in who we are.
Giving Back

We want to make a positive difference in our local community. That's why AIFP regularly organizes and participates in charitable events in the Portland and Beaverton area. Get to know our culture and values by reading our blog.

Key Partnerships with Mills and Suppliers

As one of the largest building products wholesalers in the country, we offer an ever-expanding variety of product solutions for our clients. With 7 specialized departments, we trade anything from cedar to steel to panels. Whether you’re looking for industrial products for your mill or cedar for manufacturing, you can count on American International Forest Products to have the right solutions for your business.

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From the Blog

2022 Year in Review: The AIFP Highlight Reel
Mar 03, 2023
2022 was a wonderful year at AIFP! After two years of the pandemic, things got back to our new normal, and our team was once again able to travel together and r… Learn More
Plain Sawn, Quarter Sawn, and Rift Sawn Wood Explained
Feb 06, 2023
When it comes to lumber and other building materials, our traders are experts. Not only do we provide our partners with key industry insights on lumber futures,… Learn More
Good New Year’s Resolutions for Commodity Traders
Dec 15, 2022
New year’s resolutions can get a bad rap. For many, they’re a spur-of-the-moment, last-minute decision without much thought or determination behind them. In fac… Learn More
How to Make the Most of Your Apprenticeship Program
Nov 21, 2022
When it comes to an apprenticeship program, you’ll only get out what you put in. While companies with apprenticeship programs should have a well-designed career… Learn More

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Attention Truckers

Get in touch with our Trucking Department to find out when and where we have loads available.

The friends I’ve made working at AIFP have been one of my favorite things about working here. When the market’s moving, you can really feel the buzz and energy of the trading floor. Kyle McWhirter Trader & U.S. Lumber Department Head

Long term relationships with coworkers, suppliers, and customers are a few things I love about working as a trader. Joe Griffith Trader