Region Manager

Weyerhaeuser•Ruston, LA

2d•$159,926 - $240,031•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a leadership position in the North Louisiana/Arkansas (NLAR) Region within Weyerhaeuser’s Southern Timberlands Business. The position is based in Ruston, LA, but requires coverage of the entire region spanning parts of North Louisiana and Southern Arkansas and will include business travel of approximately 50%. The Region Manager is responsible for leading the NLAR region, comprised of approximately 2 million acres, and, as part of the leadership team, for participating in the formation and execution of the strategic vision for the region that is aligned with the Company direction. The position reports to the Southern Timberlands Director of Operations and collaborates closely with other functional Directors.

Requirements

BS in Forestry or related degree + 10 years’ manager experience or equivalent of degree + experience
Ability to budget, plan and manage large projects and initiatives
Proven experience in situational management, coaching/counseling, and team building
Ability to successfully lead initiatives that maximize shareholder value
Ability to lead and work effectively across organizational/functional boundaries with diverse teams
Excellent communication, time management and persuasion skills
Excellent computer skills, including GIS and Microsoft Office software
Demonstrated team and leadership skills
Understanding of and commitment to meeting customer value delivery expectations
Development, replication, and execution of south-wide best practices

Responsibilities

Promote a safe and sustainable work environment and ensure that the regional team is operating in alignment with accepted business policies
Accountable for maximizing regional value creation through ownership of financial performance, capital allocation, and operational execution
Assess organization needs and verify cross-function checks and balances
Be the Region champion representing the team view and communicating key business information
Monitor and establish regional short-term production rate targets for all contract operations to ensure delivery of plan in alignment with functional strategies
Ensure customer commitments are met
Build a high-performing team by developing leadership capability, succession depth, employee engagement, accountability, and a strong performance culture that supports long-term business success
Participate in development of the regional functional strategy and roadmaps for continuous improvement
Support all regional functional leads and other Weyerhaeuser businesses
Role model the Company Vision and Core Values
Champion innovation and transformation across the region by fostering a culture of continuous improvement