Manager, Wood Procurement

Domtar Corporation; Nekoosa (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Domtar Corporation in Wisconsin seeks a seasoned Manager of Wood Procurement to lead pulpwood and wood chip purchases for the Nekoosa Mill. You will develop supply strategies, manage contracts, and build supplier relationships to ensure reliable, sustainable, and cost-effective wood fiber for production.

The role requires FSC/SFI/PEFC compliance, strong leadership, and the ability to collaborate with operations, finance, and external partners.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Forestry or related field.
• Significant pulpwood and/or wood chip procurement experience.
• Proven leadership experience, managing teams and driving results.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Hold a valid driver's license and maintain a safe driving record.
• Willing to travel overnight as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage pulpwood and wood chip supply strategies to meet production, inventory, and cost targets.
• Administer procurement contracts and supplier agreements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, landowners, government agencies, and industry partners.
• Ensure wood fiber quality specifications are consistently met.
• Collaborate with Pulp and Power Operations and wood yard personnel to support safe and efficient operations.
• Partner with Accounting to maintain auditable settlements, inventory management, and financial reporting.
• Lead procurement activities in compliance with FSC, SFI, and PEFC certification requirements.
• Represent Domtar within forestry organizations and regulatory agencies to promote sustainable forestry practices.

Skills

Pulpwood procurement

Leadership

Communication

MS Office

Driver's license

Willingness to travel

Education

Forestry-related post-secondary education

Job description

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Manager, Wood Procurement

Location: Nekoosa, WI, US, 54457

Department: Maintenance (MN00)

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Nekoosa, (Wisconsin, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Manager, Wood Procurement. This job is full-time permanent.

Position Summary

The Manager of Fiber Procurement is responsible for leading all wood and fiber procurement activities for the Nekoosa Mill. The role ensures a reliable, sustainable, and cost-effective supply of pulpwood and wood chips to support mill production requirements while maintaining compliance with FSC, SFI, and PEFC certification standards. This position also provides leadership to the procurement team, develops supplier relationships, manages contracts, and supports Domtar's sustainability objectives.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Develop and manage pulpwood and wood chip supply strategies to meet production, inventory, and cost targets.
• Administer procurement contracts and supplier agreements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, landowners, government agencies, and industry partners.
• Ensure wood fiber quality specifications are consistently met.
• Collaborate closely with Pulp and Power Operations and wood yard personnel to support safe and efficient operations.
• Partner with Accounting to maintain accurate, auditable processes for settlements, inventory management, and financial reporting.
• Lead procurement activities in compliance with FSC, SFI, and PEFC certification requirements.
• Represent Domtar within forestry organizations and regulatory agencies to promote sustainable forestry practices and industry initiatives

Critical Leadership Competencies

• Strategic sourcing and procurement management
• Team leadership and employee development
• Relationship building and stakeholder management
• Financial and business acumen
• Sustainability and regulatory compliance
• Communication and collaboration
• Ethical decision-making and integrity
• Problem-solving and operational support

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will:

• Possess post-secondary education in Forestry or a related field.
• Have significant pulpwood and/or wood chip procurement experience.
• Demonstrate proven leadership experience, managing teams and driving results.
• Build strong working relationships with suppliers, contractors, government agencies, and internal stakeholders.
• Exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Hold a valid driver's license and maintain a safe driving record.
• Be willing to travel overnight as required.

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions).

Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.