Raw Material Manager

As Raw Material Manager, you are responsible for leading the raw material function to support the success of Millport, AL mill and are accountable for all raw material log purchases and sales, monitoring mill residual sales and flows. In this role you will: - Lead the development and execution of a sustainable raw material sourcing plan for the mill. The sourcing plans will be developed in conjunction with the Southern Area raw material strategy. - Be a key working member and leader in the Mississippi/Alabama Raw Material Team, and a key member of the Millport mill management team - Maintain knowledge of all raw material sourcing increments and suppliers for stumpage and gate-wood purchases - Develop working knowledge of the mill’s production processes and products (customers) and understand the key raw material attributes which impact mill margins - Develop and manage the raw material sources and log inventory over the annual cycle to maximize mill margins - Manage residual sales - Be responsible for leading and developing a team of Raw Material Representatives - Utilize skills including situational management, coaching, counseling, facilitating, performance appraisal and development, team building and time management skills as well as teaching/developing technical skills of team members - Enhance/build business relationships throughout the raw material supply chain - Manage Forest Certification