Timber Procurement & Supply Strategy Lead

Hunt Forest Products; Taylor (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunt Forest Products, LLC, is seeking a Procurement Manager for its Taylor, LA sawmill to ensure a steady, cost-effective raw material supply. You will develop supply agreements with landowners and suppliers and oversee stumpage market analysis to secure favorable terms.

The role requires a BS in Forestry (SAF-accredited), knowledge of forest certifications (SFI, FSC, American Tree Farm), and timber procurement experience.

Qualifications

• BS in Forestry from SAF-accredited university.
• Knowledge of forest certification: SFI, FSC, and American Tree Farm.
• Procurement and management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a steady, cost-effective raw material supply.
• Develop supply agreements with landowners and suppliers.
• Monitor stumpage sales/gatewood and tract pricing.
• Maintain knowledge of timber markets and report log prices/availability.
• Manage log inventory and coordinate with Plant Manager on log quality/specifications.
• Coordinate log flow with other Procurement and Woodflow Managers.
• Promote and maintain a safe work environment.
• Develop and maintain SFI Fiber Sourcing Certification; assist with internal/audits.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Data tools

Team building

Safety oriented

Education

Bachelor of Science in Forestry (SAF Accredited)

Job description

Hunt Forest Products, LLC, is seeking a Procurement Manager for its Taylor, LA sawmill to ensure a steady, cost-effective raw material supply. You will develop supply agreements with landowners and suppliers and oversee stumpage market analysis to secure favorable terms.

The role requires a BS in Forestry (SAF-accredited), knowledge of forest certifications (SFI, FSC, American Tree Farm), and timber procurement experience.