Mgr, Forestry Procurement

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation; Louisiana; On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Forestry Procurement Manager to ensure the optimal supply of quality raw materials. This role involves developing strategic plans to optimize resource availability while managing budgets and supplier services. The ideal candidate will have significant forestry experience, strong supervisory skills, and the ability to analyze financial data. Join a company committed to building a better world through innovative solutions and community engagement, and take your career to the next level in a supportive environment focused on wellness and professional growth.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Retirement Plans

Counseling Services

Paid Time Off

Professional Growth Resources

Volunteerism Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of forestry experience with supervisory roles.
• Knowledge of timber value and cost data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Analyze costs, receipts, and inventory trends for procurement.
• Oversee procurement and delivery activities in Hayward.

Skills

Supervisory Skills

Forestry Experience

Financial Statement Analysis

Log Volume Estimation

Computer Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry

Valid Driver’s License

Tools

Relevant Software

Job description

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Job Description: Mgr, Forestry Procurement Req Id: 11516 Job Location: Hayward Posting Start Date: 4/24/25 Work Environment: Onsite

Job Purpose

Ensure an optimal supply of quality raw materials for internal customers by developing strategic plans to optimize resource availability at the lowest possible cost.

Opportunities in this position include:

• Compiling, analyzing, and forecasting costs, receipts, and inventory trends
• Recording and analyzing timber value and cost data
• Overseeing procurement and delivery activities in Hayward, Wisconsin
• Monitoring and evaluating supplier services
• Planning and managing budgets
• Performing duties in accordance with safety regulations
• Performing additional duties as needed

Success factors for this role:

• At least 2 years of supervisory experience
• At least 5 years of forestry experience
• Equivalent experience and training demonstrating ability to perform responsibilities
• Knowledge of regional and seasonal variations in wood products
• Understanding of target markets and trends
• Thorough knowledge of company products
• Strong supervisory skills
• Ability to read financial statements
• Ability to estimate log volumes and recognize log value differences
• Proficiency with computers and relevant software

Education requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Forestry or equivalent experience
• Valid driver’s license

We are committed to providing resources and solutions that help build a better world for every LP team member.

Our offerings include:

• Wellness Solutions: Physical, financial, and mental wellness programs, including health benefits, retirement plans, counseling, and PTO.
• Culture Solutions: Focus on safety, inclusion, and recognition.
• Development Solutions: Education, professional growth, and career advancement resources.
• Community Engagement Solutions: Volunteerism and charitable support in local communities.

About LP:

LP is a leading provider of high-performance building solutions, manufacturing engineered wood products since 1972, headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, with over 20 facilities across the Americas.