Hunt Forest Products, LLC is currently accepting resumes for a Procurement Manager position at its state-of-the-art sawmill in Taylor, LA.
Role/Functions:
- Ensure a steady and cost-effective raw material supply to Bienville Lumber, LLC
- Develop and maintain supply agreements with Landowners and Suppliers
- Reconnaissance of Stumpage Sales/Gatewood and Tract Pricing
- Maintain knowledge of current timber markets/regularly scheduled reporting of log prices, availability, and market conditions
- Manage log inventory/Work with Plant Manager to ensure log quality and specification
- Coordinate Log Flow with other Procurement Managers and Woodflow Manager at Hunt Forest Products, LLC facilities
- Promote and maintain a safe work environment
- SFI Fiber Sourcing Certification-Develop and maintain certification at Bienville Lumber, LLC. Responsible for internal and annual audits for SFI Fiber Source Certification
- Reports to Woodflow Manager-Hunt Forest Products, LLC
- Moderate travel required
Preferred Skills:
- Strong Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Familiar with common data and industry analytical tools such as Microsoft Office and Forest 2 Market/TimberMart South
- Team Building and Safety Oriented
Qualifications and Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry from an SAF Accredited University
- Knowledge and Experience with Forest Certification/SFI, FSC, and American Tree Farm
- Timber Procurement and Management Experience preferred
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.
Hunt Forest Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all applications will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age (40 and above), disability, religion, national origin, or any other protected status where otherwise qualified.
