Lumber Buyer

Huskey Building Supply•Franklin, TN

3d•$75,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Join a respected leader in the building materials industry as our next Lumber Buyer. In this high-impact role, you’ll assist with driving purchasing strategy for lumber and core building materials—ensuring our operations stay competitive, efficient, and well-supplied. You’ll build strong supplier partnerships, anticipate market shifts, and make confident, data-driven buying decisions that directly support our customers and our bottom line.

Requirements

Knowledge of lumber grades, species, dimensions, and market pricing
Strong negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and organizational abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and spreadsheets
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in lumber buying, supply chain, or purchasing
Must successfully complete a drug screening as part of our commitment to maintaining a drug-free workplace

Responsibilities

Source and procure lumber from mills and wholesalers to meet production and sales needs
Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to secure the best value
Build and maintain strong long-term supplier relationships
Track lumber commodity markets and anticipate trends to guide purchasing decisions
Manage inventory levels to align with forecasts, budgets, and operational goals
Ensure specifications are accurately communicated between suppliers, manufacturing, sales, and purchasing
Produce inventory and procurement reports to support decision-making
Support purchase order entry, receiving, and quality control processes
Manage requests for quotes and contribute ideas for process improvements and cost savings