Log buyer Job Description
Log buyer Job Description Template
A Log Buyer procures quality timber for companies, negotiating prices and contracts with suppliers. Responsibilities include assessing timber quality, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring sustainable sourcing practices.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct research to identify potential log suppliers
- Negotiate prices and contracts with log suppliers
- Manage logistics of transporting purchased logs to sawmills or other facilities
- Analyze market trends and forecast demand to make informed purchasing decisions
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and sustainable forestry practices
- Collaborate with other departments, such as production and sales, to ensure efficient operations
- Maintain accurate records and reports of purchases and sales
- Continuously evaluate and improve the supply chain process to optimize efficiency and profitability
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in forestry, business, or related field
- Knowledge of wood processing operations and wood species
- Experience in log purchasing, pricing, and negotiation
- Ability to travel to different logging sites and conduct on-site inspections
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with suppliers and customers
- Proficiency in using computer software and tools to analyze data and generate reports
- Familiarity with industry regulations and compliance requirements
- Ability to work independently and make informed decisions in a fast-paced environment
