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Forester

Employer
Georgia-Pacific
Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills

We are seeking a Procurement Forester to support the Brunswick Cellulose Mill.  The position will be based in the Brunswick area. This position will be responsible for working with wood suppliers, timber harvesters, and forest landowners to acquire wood for Brunswick Cellulose primarily, although the individual may also assume responsibilities procuring logs for the Albany Sawmill.  

What You Will Do

 

  • Implementing sourcing and pricing strategies pertaining to the procurement of wood and fiber for our manufacturing facilities
  • Evaluating wood purchasing opportunities using analytical and innovative problem-solving skills
  • Working to build strong business relationships
  • Assisting to drive process improvements and presenting innovative solutions to recurring issues
  • Ensuring all transactions are properly handled
  • Working with W&FS team to monitor and manage all levels of raw material acquisition including Administrative, Capital Employed, Transportation, Inventories, Wood Cost, and Quality
  • Ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures
  • Actively representing Wood & Fiber Supply and the facility operations on local and regional sourcing initiatives


 

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

 

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Forestry, Procurement, or Supply Chain
  • Working knowledge and experience with MS Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook


 

What Will Put You Ahead

 

  • Advanced degree: MBA, MFR, or similar degree
  • Wood procurement experience
Job Field:
Forestry
Job Type:
Full Time
Location Detail:
Brunswick, GA
Application Deadline:

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