Procurement Forester / Log Buyer: This position will primarily supply logs to our Manchester, KY sawmill and will be responsible for a procurement area covering Central KY and Central TN.
Job Description: The Procurement Forester/Log Buyer position is an integral part of the Speyside Management team. This position reports directly to the Raw Materials Procurement Manager in the procurement of quality white oak timber and logs to be used in the production of bourbon barrels. This position requires an individual to be able to work independently and in a team environment. The successful candidate must have a strong work ethic. Travel required.
Speyside Bourbon Cooperage, Inc. is based in Jackson, Ohio and part of the TFF Group located in Saint Romain France. Speyside Bourbon Cooperage produces new bourbon barrels with other branches of the organization producing wine and used barrels, among other products.
Job Title: Procurement Forester/Log Buyer
Job Location: This position will primarily supply logs to our Manchester, KY sawmill and will be responsible for a procurement area covering Central KY and Central TN.
Job Description: The Procurement Forester/Log Buyer position is an integral part of the Speyside Management team. This position reports directly to the Raw Materials Procurement Manager in the procurement of quality white oak timber and logs to be used in the production of bourbon barrels. This position requires an individual to be able to work independently and in a team environment. The successful candidate must have a strong work ethic. Travel required.
Key Responsibilities:
The Procurement Forester/Log buyer is responsible for the evaluation and purchasing of white oak stumpage and responsible for purchasing logs from sawmills and log yards which involves grading, purchasing, properly tagging, and arranging the hauling of logs purchased. All timber and logs shall be of a quality capable of being manufactured into bourbon barrel staves.
The Procurement Forester/Log Buyer will be responsible for meeting annual purchase goals to ensure that log inventory will be available based on the production needs of the mill. The Procurement Forester/Log Buyer is responsible for quality control, ensuring that Speyside buys the highest quality white oak for its manufacture of bourbon barrels.
The Procurement Forester/Log Buyer will manage all day-today administrative activities related to timber and log purchasing.
The Procurement Forester/Log Buyer will be responsible for developing positive, long-term personal relationships with landowners, forestry consultants, sawmills, log yards and loggers within the procurement area.
The Procurement Forester/Log Buyer will be responsible for assuring that all safety procedures are met and maintained and must personally promote and encourage a safe working environment for themselves, their coworkers, suppliers, and contractors
Qualifications:
Education: AA or BS in forestry preferred.
Experience: A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Procurement Forester and/or Log Buyer preferred.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills: The Procurement Forester/Log Buyer should have strong analytical skills, excellent interpersonal skills and both strong written and oral communication skills. The successful candidate must be proficient in timber cruise and inventory software and handhelds, must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. The successful candidate must have the ability to manage bills, invoices and check writing responsibilities. The successful candidate must be capable of working overtime and traveling overnight if needed. The candidate must be able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks at once.
Hours: 40 to 50 hours per week depending on the season and occasional overtime as business dictates.
Salary: Negotiable and commensurate with experience, Speyside offers a full benefits package including health insurance and 401k plan. Company vehicle and cell phone provided.
Position Open Until Filled.
Start Date: Immediate
How to Apply: Qualified and interested candidates should send resume, cover letter and salary requirements for consideration to: manderson@speysidbci.com. Please reference Procurement Forester/Log Buyer in the subject line. Please include references from prior forester or log buyer positions.
Speyside Bourbon Cooperage, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Speyside Bourbon Cooperage, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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