Senior Log Buyer

Sazerac Company • East Bernstadt, KY

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Log Buyer is responsible for managing log procurement activities, including scaling, grading, vendor relationship management, inventory control, and coordination with mill operations. This role supports yield optimization, cost control, vendor retention, and operational efficiency within the log yard and across logging operations.
The Senior Log Buyer works in coordination with the Assistant Log Buyer and collaborates closely with yard and mill leadership to ensure procurement performance aligns with production requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of log buying experience at a comparable level of responsibility as described in this position.
• Demonstrated experience in log scaling and grading.
• Knowledge of hardwood log specifications and quality standards.
• Understanding of mill yield impact and log cost dynamics.
• Strong communication and vendor relationship management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Stave log procurement experience.
• Experience in hardwood markets and production-aligned procurement environments.
• Familiarity with yield tracking systems and procurement performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Log Scaling and Grading
• Procurement Performance
• Inventory Management
• Vendor Relationship Management
• Load Acceptance Authority
• Financial Responsibility
• Yard and Mill Coordination
• Safety

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed