Description
We are seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented, self-directed professional who will be responsible for log procurement, allocation, and delivery activities for approximately 60 MMBF of logs annually to Weyerhaeuser's Cottage Grove, Oregon Sawmill. You will spend most your time managing supplier/vendor relationships, negotiating delivered log agreements, developing log cost forecasts, and managing supplier compliance with client sustainability requirements. This position will report to the Oregon Marketing Team Lead. It is based out of Springfield, OR and will have primarily responsibility for raw material management activities in the Cottage Grove Sawmill procurement area surrounding the Cottage Grove area.
In this position, you will routinely interface with a variety of external stakeholders and internal individuals, ranging from manufacturing operations, timberland operations, finance, and information technology.
As a Raw Material Manager, you will have the opportunity to:
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Purchase non-fee volume for WY's Cottage Grove facility. Drive Operational Excellence across the system.
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Optimize log volumes and costs to supply quality raw material to our processing facilities
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Ensure log contract compliance including safety, log specifications, Best Management Practices (BMP’s), Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) compliance, and chain of custody compliance.
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Compile, analyze and forecast future costs, receipts and inventory trends
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Record and analyze timber value and cost data for operational excellence
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Oversee log procurement, yard inventory, and delivery activities
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Monitor and evaluate safety, service of suppliers and vendors
Knowledge & Skills:
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Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
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Strong knowledge of yard safety processes.
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Must be highly motivated, creative and a self-directed team player; possess strong communication (written and oral) and interpersonal and analytical skills
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Solid ability and experience in business negotiations
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Computer proficiency with log accounting systems and various Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
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Ability to estimate, recognize and analyze log volumes and value drivers
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Understanding of Federal, State, and Private forestry regulations and procedures
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Working knowledge of Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI), American Tree Farm System and State Stewardship Programs.
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.
Find out more about Weyerhaeuser at www.weyerhaeuser.com and learn our Story here: https://youtu.be/c2R_lQ7wo0A
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have demonstrable skills and experiences including the following:
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Bachelor’s degree in forestry, land management, business or related field. Will consider 10+ years relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
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At least 8 Years of experience in the forest products industry, preferably log procurement, sales or timberland operations.
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Current driver’s license is required as work involves driving company vehicles on rough roads (25,000 miles per year)
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Minimum of 50% of work time is spent in the field, with some time on steep or broken ground
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May include occasional weekend work
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.
What We Offer...
Compensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $96,000 - $146,000 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 7-10% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.
Benefits: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution. Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.
Retirement: Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.
Paid Time Off or Vacation: We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.
Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values, and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.
