Job Opening Detail

The Regional Procurement Manager is responsible for leading all procurement-related activities within the Eastern U.S. region, with a primary focus on sourcing veneer and resale logs to support operations at the Williamsport, Pennsylvania facility. This role works closely with Procurement & Production Leadership, and the log buying team to ensure a reliable supply of raw materials while maintaining quality, operational efficiency, and inventory control.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with Procurement Leadership and Production Management to develop, implement, and maintain purchasing plans that support production requirements.
Lead and coordinate the activities of the company's log buying team to ensure procurement objectives are achieved.
Maintain a thorough understanding of log specifications, sorting requirements, and quality standards as they relate to production capabilities and customer needs.
Manage log sorting operations within the log yard and monitor the performance of various production programs in coordination with Procurement Leadership.
Oversee daily log yard operations, working closely with the Log Yard Supervisor to ensure safe, efficient, and productive workflows.
Manage log yard inventory to minimize spoilage and maximize value through proper storage practices, inventory rotation, and timely utilization.
Monitor inventory levels and procurement activities to ensure adequate supply while supporting company inventory and cash flow objectives.
Prepare and maintain regular reports related to procurement activities, purchasing performance, and log yard inventory.
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on procurement efficiency, quality, safety, and cost management.
Foster strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders to support business objectives.