Wood Procurement Manager

Domtar; Johnsonburg (Elk County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Domtar is seeking a Wood Procurement Manager for the Johnsonburg, PA mill. You will lead the planning, procurement and administration of pulpwood contracts and chip supply agreements, overseeing two chip facilities, and you will drive cost efficiency while maintaining quality and supply targets.

The role requires a BS in forestry with at least 10 years in forest production and purchasing, strong negotiation and relationship skills, and the ability to travel overnight as needed.

Qualifications

• BS degree in forestry or in a related field.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in the forest production and purchasing.
• Knowledge of wood procurement, wood quality, and market conditions, forest management, landowner concerns, wood prices structures and wood supplier issues.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, procurement and administration of pulpwood contracts and chip supply agreements to meet budget cost and inventory targets including the oversite of two chip producing facilities.
• Foster and maintain good relationships within the company and with a wide range of individuals, businesses, communities, and government agencies.
• Model Domtar values professionalism, ethics, and integrity in relationships with wood suppliers, contractors, land managers and others in the wood supply chain.
• Ensure procured pulpwood and chips meet quality specifications. Closely engage and communicate with the Pulp Department, providing support to the Johnsonburg and Domtar wood yards to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Coordinate interaction between Wood Procurement and Accounting to provide support and maintain auditable processes for wood settlements, inventory, and financial reporting.
• Responsible to lead fiber procurement activities in strict compliance with certification standards and with Domtar sustainability objectives, assuring auditable processes with integrity.
• Engage with appropriate forest industry associations and government agencies to promote sustainable forest management, logger safety, and support for our industry.

Skills

Wood procurement

Wood quality

Market conditions

Forest management

Landowner concerns

Wood prices structures

Wood supplier issues

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

BS degree in forestry or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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 Johnsonburg, (Pennsylvania, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Wood Procurement Manager. This job is full-time permanent.

Your Role:

The role is responsible for leading the wood procurement activities for Domtar, Johnsonburg. As manager, you will apply Domtar core values leading department staff and allocating resources to sustainably procure pulpwood and quality chip necessary to meet the production demands of the mill at the lowest cost.

The principal responsibilities of this position include:

• Oversee the planning, procurement and administration of pulpwood contracts and chip supply agreements to meet budget cost and inventory targets including the oversite of two chip producing facilities.
• Foster and maintain good relationships within the company and with a wide range of individuals, businesses, communities, and government agencies.
• Model Domtar values professionalism, ethics, and integrity in relationships with wood suppliers, contractors, land managers and others in the wood supply chain.
• Ensure procured pulpwood and chips meet quality specifications. Closely engage and communicate with the Pulp Department, providing support to the Johnsonburg and Domtar wood yards to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Coordinate interaction between Wood Procurement and Accounting to provide support and maintain auditable processes for wood settlements, inventory, and financial reporting.
• Responsible to lead fiber procurement activities in strict compliance with certification standards and with Domtar sustainability objectives, assuring auditable processes with integrity.
• Engage with appropriate forest industry associations and government agencies to promote sustainable forest management, logger safety, and support for our industry.

Your Profile:

• BS degree in forestry or in a related field. Minimum 10 years' experience in the forest production and purchasing.
• Knowledge of wood procurement, wood quality, and market conditions, forest management, landowner concerns, wood prices structures and wood supplier issues.
• You can identify talent, promote team unity, and motivate individuals to perform in a manner that supports company goals and values.
• You must be able to build good business relationships with a wide range of individuals.
• You are proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products.
• You are known for your strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• You must possess a valid driver's license along with a safe driving record.
• You will be required to do some overnight travel.
• 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.

Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.

To learn more about our company, consult the Domtar Company Web Site and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter. Nearest Major Market: Pittsburgh