Field Wood Procurement Specialist – ME & NH

Sappi; Maine; Sur place; USD 55 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sappi is seeking a Wood Buyer to support our regional Wood Procurement team across Southern Maine and New Hampshire. The role focuses on securing a reliable, cost-effective supply of wood fiber and building strong supplier relationships.

You will identify supply opportunities, manage deliveries, monitor quality and performance, and work with mills to align fiber needs. Regular travel within the territory is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in forestry or related field required.
• Minimum of three years of relevant forestry or wood procurement experience.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

Responsabilités

• Procure roundwood, pulpwood, and wood chips for multiple sites.
• Identify and develop new wood supply opportunities in Southern Maine and New Hampshire.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, contractors, and industry partners.
• Manage weekly wood deliveries and monitor supplier performance.
• Evaluate wood fiber opportunities and negotiate pricing and supply terms.
• Track procurement activity, performance metrics, and wood quality.
• Support procurement strategy, contract management, accounting reconciliation, and reporting.
• Assist with Chain of Custody and forest certification audits.
• Collaborate with regional Wood Procurement and mill teams to meet fiber needs.
• Represent Sappi in industry associations and community activities.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Organizational skills

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in forestry or related field

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Sappi is seeking a Wood Buyer to support our regional Wood Procurement team across Southern Maine and New Hampshire. The role focuses on securing a reliable, cost-effective supply of wood fiber and building strong supplier relationships.

You will identify supply opportunities, manage deliveries, monitor quality and performance, and work with mills to align fiber needs. Regular travel within the territory is required.