Wood Procurement Manager

Domtar; Johnsonburg (Elk County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Supportive working environment

Learning and growth opportunities

Job summary

Domtar Johnsonburg, PA seeks a Wood Procurement Manager to oversee planning, procurement and administration of pulpwood contracts and chip supply agreements, ensuring budget targets and inventory goals. You will lead relationships with suppliers, land managers and government bodies, and coordinate with accounting for wood settlements and financial reporting.

The role requires a BS in forestry, 10+ years in forest production and purchasing, and strong communication and leadership skills;

Qualifications

• BS degree in forestry or related field is required.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in forest production and purchasing.
• Knowledge of wood procurement, wood quality, and market conditions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, procurement and administration of pulpwood contracts and chip supply agreements.
• Foster and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders (suppliers, land managers, government agencies).
• Model Domtar values in relationships with wood suppliers and contractors.
• Ensure procured pulpwood and chips meet quality specifications.
• Coordinate with Wood Yard and Pulp Department for safe, efficient operations.
• Collaborate with Accounting for wood settlements, inventory, and financial reporting.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team leadership

Microsoft Office

Negotiation

Education

BS degree in forestry or related field

Tools

Microsoft 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.

We are proud to offer:

• We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

Your Role

• 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.

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

Nearest Major Market: Pittsburgh