Hardwood Log Buyer

The Budd Group; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k

Paid vacation and holidays

Company vehicle or mileage reimburse

Job summary

The Baillie Group is seeking an experienced Hardwood Log Buyer based out of Williamsport, PA. This role focuses on sourcing Appalachian hardwood logs of all grades and species to support growth, with direct procurement from mills and loggers across Central Pennsylvania.

The successful candidate will leverage industry knowledge and relationships to ensure quality, volume, and cost efficiency, coordinating delivery and documenting purchases for inventory control.

Qualifications

• Experience buying hardwood logs at high volumes.
• Knowledge of log grading and Appalachian species.
• Strong industry network with sawmills, loggers, and land clearers in PA and surrounding regions.
• General knowledge of logging practices and supply chain logistics.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule in a year-round outdoor environment.
• Proficient data recording and communication.

Responsibilities

• Purchase Appalachian hardwood logs, with emphasis on quality, volume, and cost efficiency, following company grading standards and buying processes.
• Procure logs directly from sawmills, loggers, and land clearers through bids and negotiations.
• Coordinate and monitor delivery of purchased logs to company facilities.
• Utilize handheld data recorders and tagging systems to document purchases for inventory control.
• Build and maintain long-term supplier relationships through professionalism and ethical business practices.
• Monitor hardwood industry markets and trends to identify buying opportunities.

Skills

High-volume log buying

Log scaling knowledge

Appalachian hardwood species

Sawmill relationships

Supply chain logistics

MS Office

Negotiation

Tools

Log scaling software

MS Excel

Job description

The Baillie Group has an immediate opening for an experienced Hardwood Log Buyer based out of Williamsport, PA. This position will cover Central Pennsylvania. We are seeking a new team member with a proven track record of high-volume hardwood log procurement.

The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing Appalachian hardwood logs of all grades and species. This position requires an established professional who can leverage industry knowledge and relationships to support Baillie’s ongoing growth.

Responsibilities:

• Purchase Appalachian hardwood logs, with emphasis on quality, volume, and cost efficiency, utilizing company grading standards and buying processes.
• Procure logs directly from sawmills, loggers, and land clearers through bids and negotiations.
• Coordinate and monitor delivery of purchased logs to company facilities.
• Utilize handheld data recorders and tagging systems to document purchases for inventory control.
• Build and maintain long-term supplier relationships through professionalism, consistency, and ethical business practices.
• Monitor hardwood industry markets and trends to identify buying opportunities.

Qualifications:

• MUST HAVE proven experience in high volume hardwood log buying and/or sales
• In-depth knowledge of log scaling, grading, and Appalachian hardwood species.
• Strong professional network with sawmills, loggers, and land clearers in PA and surrounding regions.
• General knowledge of logging practices and supply chain logistics.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule in a year-round outdoor environment.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office Suite, log scaling programs, email communication).

Pay & Benefits:

• Competitive pay, commensurate with experience.
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k).
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement plan.

The Baillie Group is one of North America's largest hardwood lumber manufacturers, distributors and exporters. We are a provider of hardwood logs, hardwood lumber and proprietary grade hardwood lumber products.

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