Export Procurement Manager - Gulf South
About The Position
The Export Procurement Manager secures and manages timber supply to support Gulf South export market goals. The role develops sourcing strategies, builds supplier relationships, and supports a safe, reliable, and cost-competitive fiber supply chain. Working with Marketing, Planning, Timberlands Operations, Logistics, and Export Yard Operations, the manager helps deliver export volume commitments, optimize margins, and support long-term business growth. The position is based in the Hattiesburg, Mississippi operating area. It plays a critical role in timber supply reliability, supply chain performance, customer commitments, profitability, and future growth across Gulf South export markets.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Forestry or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in timber procurement, wood procurement, forest products, supply chain management, marketing, or a related field.
- Proven ability to negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships.
- Strong analytical and financial skills, including the ability to evaluate market trends and procurement opportunities.
- Demonstrated success managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.
- Commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across organizational and functional boundaries.
- Strong leadership skills and a passion for developing people and creating value.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and business systems used to support procurement and supply chain operations.
- Ability and willingness to reside within the Hattiesburg, Mississippi operating area.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute procurement strategies that support export business objectives and regional growth.
- Secure timber supply from external suppliers to meet export volume commitments.
- Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, logging contractors, consultants, and industry stakeholders.
- Negotiate pricing, volume commitments, product specifications, and supply agreements.
- Monitor market conditions, supply availability, and delivered costs to identify opportunities and risks.
- Create daily, weekly, and monthly procurement plans aligned with vessel schedules and customer commitments.
- Partner with logistics and export yard operations teams to maintain consistent wood flow and supply chain performance.
- Identify, qualify, and onboard new suppliers to expand sourcing capacity and reduce supply risk.
- Manage inventory positions and recommend procurement adjustments to maintain operational continuity.
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with procurement policies, environmental standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Contribute to regional strategic planning and execute business initiatives.
Benefits
- Annual merit-increase program.
- Annual Incentive Program with a cash bonus targeting 5% of base pay; potential plan funding may range from zero to two times the target.
- Comprehensive employee benefits coverage for employees and dependents, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance.
- Pre-tax Health Savings Account option with a company contribution.
- Voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs are available.
- Support for personal volunteerism and diversity networks.
- Mentoring, training, and development opportunities.
- Company 401(k) plan with a paid company match and an annual contribution equal to 5% of base salary.
- Eligible employees scheduled to work 25 or more hours per week receive three weeks of paid vacation during their first year.
- Eleven paid holidays per year, totaling 88 holiday hours.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
