Timber Sourcing Lead: Negotiation & Supply

Southern Pines Land And Timber; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement 401k with Company Match

Health Insurance

Truck Allowance

Supplemental Insurance Policies

Health Savings Account

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Timber Buyer to oversee wood procurement in a designated region. This role involves managing supply continuity, negotiating prices, and coordinating timber harvests to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in forestry or a related field, along with strong negotiation and interpersonal skills. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to sustainable timber sourcing and relationship building with logging crews. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the forestry sector while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of purchasing experience in timber or land procurement.
• Must have excellent negotiating and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned region and ensure continuity of wood supply.
• Negotiate sale prices and develop logger relationships.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Self-Starter

Appraisal of Timber

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Forestry Management

High School Diploma plus 2+ years of experience

Job description

An established industry player is seeking a Timber Buyer to oversee wood procurement in a designated region. This role involves managing supply continuity, negotiating prices, and coordinating timber harvests to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in forestry or a related field, along with strong negotiation and interpersonal skills. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to sustainable timber sourcing and relationship building with logging crews. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the forestry sector while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.