Tie Buyer

Stella-Jones is North Americas leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent.

Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever-expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.

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Stella-Jones is looking for a Tie Buyer to join our Ties Division. Purchases merchandise or commodities for resale. Inspects and grades or appraises wood commodities offered for sale to determine value and yield. Selects and orders wood commodities from lumber mills, brokers, competitors and sister companies, utilizing knowledge of various articles of commerce and experience as buyer. Have Supplier arrange transport of purchases or contacts carriers to arrange transportation of purchases. Enters Purchase Orders and authorizes payment of invoices or return of merchandise. May conduct staff meetings with sales personnel to review forecasts and introduce new wood products. Prepares budget prices for purchases.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Purchases merchandise or commodities for resale.
• Inspects and grades or appraises wood commodities offered for sale to determine value and yield.
• Selects and orders wood commodities from lumber mills, brokers, competitors and sister companies, utilizing knowledge of various articles of commerce and experience as buyer.
• Have Supplier arrange transport of purchases or contacts carriers to arrange transportation of purchases.
• Enters Purchase Orders and authorizes payment of invoices or return of merchandise. May conduct staff meetings with sales personnel to review forecasts and introduce new wood products.
• Prepares budget prices for purchases.
• Negotiate supply agreements for wood commodities and entry of purchase orders on system.
• Coordinate delivery, receipt of purchase agreements up to and including inspection of the product.
• Responsible for quality of product being received and entered into company inventory.
• Provides price forecasts and outlooks for purchases, arranges payment of completed orders.
• Compile annual, quarterly and monthly forecasts and budget comparisons.
• Participates and contribute to company safety program.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Forestry, Business Administration or Finance.
• Experience: 2 years in forestry, wood grading and sawmill operations.
• License/Certification: Grading Certificate

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Above average organizational and leadership abilities
• Detail oriented with ability to multi-task and work under pressure
• Experienced in presentations, negotiation and financial analysis
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Suite and Enterprise

Employee Benefits:
As a Stella-Jones employee, you will have access to excellent benefits and incentives including:

• The security of working for a company designated as an essential workplace
• Comprehensive total benefits package with 3 medical plans to choose from
• Several company-paid benefits including:
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Life insurance and Accidental Death &amp Dismemberment (AD&ampD) policies
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Access to a robust employee assistance program
• Competitive compensation
• Annual bonus program opportunity
• 401(k) savings plan with generous Company match (150% on the first 4% deferred)
• 2 weeks paid vacation and 9 holidays
• Career advancement opportunities
• Ability to purchase Company stock

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled