Procurement Forester

Qualifications · BS in Forestry – Registered Forester · Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in timber procurement and logging operations · Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office, Internet, and Email · Strong negotiating, analytical, and communication skills · Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record Full Time Position Rutland Lumber Company is an independent sawmill, located, in Collins, MS. This is a growing company with a loyal customer base and well-earned reputation for high quality and superior service. Currently we have an opening for an experienced Procurement Forester. Applicants should have verifiable experience as a Procurement Forester, with a strong work ethic, and superior workmanship. Our company provides excellent wages and benefits. Responsibilities · Timber Procurement – Identify, cruise, appraise, and purchase standing timber (stumpage) and negotiate delivered wood · Relationship Management – Build and maintain long-term relationships with landowners, timber dealers, contractors, and loggers. · Contract Administration – Develop, negotiate, and execute timber contracts, draw up timber deeds and record at courthouse, ensuring compliance with sustainability and understand and provide certification standards (SFI/FSC) · Harvest Oversight – Supervise logging operations, ensuring safety, environmental compliance (Best management Practices), and proper log utilization. · Logistics & Inventory – manage wood flow to the mill, manage inventories, provide monthly inventory, adapt and adjust strategies based on market conditions. · Communication – provide daily and weekly reports of travel, job bids, market conditions, and contract completion dates. Benefits · Competitive salary and commission-based structure · Health, Dental and Vision Insurance · Profiting Sharing Plan · Paid Holidays Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Experience: Procurement Forester : 3 years (Required) License/Certification: Forester (Required) Work Location: In person

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