Excellent Solution For All Your Product Needs
Our team of professionals has over 400 years of experience combined, offering up-to-date market and product knowledge along with competitive prices and strong distribution capabilities. It is our love of the business and the satisfaction we get from helping our customers that motivates us every day. Contact us and experience our “Southern Hospitality”.
Committed to Serving our Customers with a wide range of Wood products
We attempt every day to sustain a corporate culture based on integrity, one that’s focused on treating customers ethically and making their priorities, our priorities. The quality of our people, and the skills and dedication they bring to their work, defines our commitment to our customers.
Reputation for Exceeding our Customers Needs!
Just as having a reputation for delivering quality helps improve customer satisfaction, it also improves the acceptance of your solutions to the inevitable changes that occur on construction projects. “It costs far less to retain a happy client than it does to find a new client.”

Message from the President
Southern Mississippi Trading LLC
(SMT) has been built through the values and character of our employees.
Our family oriented work environment has fostered a team that is
positive, resilient and proactive in the markets we serve. This team is
well known and highly regarded in the industry we serve. We do this all
the while staying true to our Southern roots and family values. David
Porter assumed the role of President of SMT in February 2016. He is a 32
year veteran in the trading business. Leading the finest team of
traders, administrative and professional staff is his newest and
greatest passion. The culture of work/life balance is reflected in the
tenure of our traders. Our average trader has been with the company for
over 20 years. While our relationships with our
business partners has been based upon respect and integrity, to each of
us, our partners have become more than just a customer or supplier –
they are friends as well. We have excelled and grown our business while
watching our partner’s businesses grow right along with us. Please feel free to contact David anytime with questions or needs, he and all of SMT are eager to provide the best of service.
Phone: 800-647-6282 | Email: David.porter@southernmisstrading.com



A few things we’re great at
Customer service is intended to ensure a positive customer experience and to strengthen the relationship between the business and its customers.
Good Customer Service
Good customer service means helping customers efficiently, in a friendly manner
Claims handling
It’s essential to be able to handle issues for customers and do your best to ensure they are satisfied. …
Good Communications
Our Traders are professional, and can communicate effectively.
Product knowledge
Our customers are relying on us to understand the product and market conditions. Our customers appreciate every little amount of help we can offer.
CASE STUDY
The Secret of Our Success
“Surround yourself with successful people!” -Dale Hill
“I think our team is the best I have ever seen at knowing their job. Our team and its knowledge of products and business and willingness to work together is our secret to success.” -Brent Palmer
“When I started here I knew nothing about it but the people here cared enough to teach me and give me guidance and it was unlike anywhere I had ever worked before. It took me a short amount of time but I looked around and said “well these people aren’t here for their health – they are here to make money”. I knew right then to listen to what they had to say and teach you because it was fact and it worked. So if you are looking for a career this is your place but if you are looking for a JOB then go on to the next. But before you make that decision don’t forget with this company they care about you and they want you to succeed and you can become a wealthy person here. (And not just in the monetary sense).” -Josh NicholsonClient Testimonials
Don’t take our word for it – here’s what our clients say:
“They provide extraordinary customer service, on time deliveries, and maintain professionalism in every situation. Their timely responses and open communication allow us to keep all parties informed. Their hard work is greatly appreciated.”

Sean
“ SMT has always been committed to helping Klaussner by offering the best available price and a quality product combined with an attitude of providing a service no matter what we’ve asked. SMT’s professionalism from enquiry to delivery has been terrific.”

Brad
“I just wanted to share a quick note and let you know that you guys do a really good job. I’m glad I decided to work with you.
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Ann
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Our Team
We take a “Southern Hospitality” approach to doing business.

Don Law
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This Could be You!
Trader

Steve Blackwell
Trader

Reece Stringer
Trader

Junior Lipps
Trader

Grant Burns
Trader

Nick Roll
Trader

Mike Walker
Trader

Matt Runnells
Trader

Josh Nicholson
Trader

Jonathan McMichael
Trader
This could be You!
Trader

Jay Hutto
Trader

Destin Morris
Trader

Drew Morris
Trader

Mitchell Rowland
Trader

Bidmer Walker
Trader

Ann Lowery
Trader

Adam Graham
Trader

Koko Davis
Trader

Matt Trigg
Trader

Caleb Clanton
Trader

Shawn Walters
Trader

Brent Palmer
Trader

Tyler Sullivan
Trader

Chad Evans
Trader

Kaleb Stennett
Trader

Jeff Bunch
Trader

Hailey Hopkins
Trader

Cory Burks
Trader

Emily Evans
Trader

Eric Davis
Trader

Brad Gipson
Trader

Zachery Cook
Trader
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Crawfish Bowl at SMT on 5April2019
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