Winslow - Wood Procurement - Ties - Tie Buyer

Stella Jones•Winslow, IN

About The Position

The Tie Buyer purchases wood commodities for resale, evaluates offered wood by inspecting, grading, or appraising it to determine value and yield, and selects and orders products from lumber mills, brokers, competitors, and sister companies. The role negotiates supply agreements, enters purchase orders, coordinates delivery and receipt of purchases, and inspects incoming products to ensure their quality before they are entered into company inventory. The Tie Buyer also prepares purchase budget prices and forecasts, arranges payment for completed orders, and may meet with sales personnel to review forecasts and introduce new wood products. Other related duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities

Negotiate supply agreements for wood commodities and enter purchase orders into the system.
Inspect, grade, or appraise wood commodities to determine value and yield.
Select and order wood commodities from lumber mills, brokers, competitors, and sister companies.
Coordinate transportation, delivery, and receipt of purchases, including inspection of the product.
Ensure the quality of products received and entered into company inventory.
Prepare price forecasts and outlooks for purchases and arrange payment for completed orders.
Authorize payment of invoices or return of merchandise.
Compile annual, quarterly, and monthly forecasts and budget comparisons.
Prepare budget prices for purchases.
May conduct staff meetings with sales personnel to review forecasts and introduce new wood products.
Participate and contribute to the company safety program.
Perform other related duties as assigned.