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Hardwood Procurement Forester

Employer
American Hardwood Industries
Location
Linden, Tennessee, US
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Jun 22, 2021

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Sector
Consultancy/Private Sector
Field
Conservation science
Discipline
Forestry
Salary Type
Salary
Employment Type
Full time
Job Description
Hardwood Procurement Forester

Graham Lumber Company, a subsidiary of Baillie Lumber Co., has an immediate opening for an experienced Hardwood Procurement Forester in West Tennessee.

Located in Linden, Tennessee, Graham Lumber Co. specializes in the production of green and kiln dried hardwood lumber. We utilize a state of the art sawmill and drying facility, producing high quality grade lumber, timbers and other proprietary and custom products.

Hardwood Procurement Forester Job Description

Responsible for log procurement activities within an assigned territory. Will procure hardwood timber and logs through direct landowner negotiation, timber bids and from timber dealers. Will oversee harvesting of company tracts and coordinate the delivery of cut logs to company facilities.

Hardwood Procurement Forester Requirements (including but not limited to)
  • Must have the ability to build and maintain a loyal supplier base.
  • Proven negotiation skills.
  • Must follow and understand local timber market and general industry trends.
  • Service and results oriented with high integrity and professionalism.
  • Must have a strong desire to succeed with an entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Ability to work independently. Hardwood Procurement Forester Experience
  • BS in Forestry
  • 5 years of successful hardwood timber procurement experience.
  • Knowledge of logging practices.
  • A general knowledge of sawmill operation.
  • Computer literate (email, excel, word, log scaling programs)

***Please refer to the "Full Job Description" button below to review our physical demands form prior to applying to this position.***

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