Wood Technologist jobs in Jamestown, NY

Manager, Wood Procurement

Domtar Paper, the largest integrated manufacturer, and marketer of uncoated free-sheet paper in North America, has an opening for the position of Manager, Wood Procurement at our Johnsonburg, PA pulp and paper facility.

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 of 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 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.