Hardwood Lumber Procurement Specialist

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Job Title: Hardwood Lumber Procurement Specialist
Division: Hartzell Hardwoods
Location: Piqua, OH
Department: Lumber Procurement
Reports To: VP - Product Procurement
Basic Function:
Hartzell Hardwoods, a worldwide exporter of Walnut & Oak lumber is looking for a Hardwood Lumber Procurement Specialist.  Assists in the development of new hardwood vendors.  Develops a working knowledge of company sales program for hardwood lumber.
Responsibilities and Duties:
  • Develops new vendors for hardwood lumber in a fourteen state area; travel up to 50% of the time.
  • Develops understanding and working knowledge of company sales program.
  • Develops a full understanding of current marketing and procurement programs to be able to fill in where needed.
  • Coordinates sales and procurement information between sales office and lumberyard.
  • Works with President to establish and prioritize a list of target accounts.
Qualifications and Required Skills:
  • Successful candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree
  • A minimum of 5 years of lumber purchasing or sales experience 
  • Solid understanding of supplier development and supply chain management best practices 
  • Must also be proactive, demonstrate leadership and problem solving abilities, and analytical and communication skills. 
  • Relocation is not required for the ideal, candidate but up to travel 50% will be necessary.
  • We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. Qualified candidates will have career advancement opportunities as we continue to strategically grow our successful business.

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