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Coop FE

Lumber Division Manager

Spirit Lake, IA · On-site

Position Responsibilities The lumber department manager's responsibilities include supervision, marketing, profitability and sales, reporting, purchasing, resale pricing, inventory, service ...

Socket.dev

Lumber Division Manager

Spirit Lake, IA · On-site

Position Responsibilities The lumber department manager's responsibilities include supervision, marketing, profitability and sales, reporting, purchasing, resale pricing, inventory, service ...

Koopman Lumber

Paint Department Manager

Sharon, MA · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

... Lumber is looking for a knowledgeable, customer-focused Paint Department Manager to lead our Paint Department in Sharon, MA. This is a hands-on sales and leadership role for someone who knows paint ...

Koopman Lumber

Paint Department Manager

Sharon, MA · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

... Lumber is looking for a knowledgeable, customer-focused Paint Department Manager to lead our Paint Department in Sharon, MA. This is a hands-on sales and leadership role for someone who knows paint ...

Koopman Lumber Co Inc

Paint Department Manager

Sharon, MA · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

... Lumber is looking for a knowledgeable, customer-focused Paint Department Manager to lead our Paint Department in Sharon, MA. This is a hands-on sales and leadership role for someone who knows paint ...

Koopman Lumber Co Inc

Paint Department Manager

Sharon, MA · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

... Lumber is looking for a knowledgeable, customer-focused Paint Department Manager to lead our Paint Department in Sharon, MA. This is a hands-on sales and leadership role for someone who knows paint ...

Ganahl Lumber Co

PURCHASING ASSISTANT

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$20 - $25.75/hr

Ganahl Lumber Department: Purchasing / Merchandising - Hardlines Employment Type: Full-Time Work ... Review inventory availability, usage, sales trends, and replenishment needs. * Identify potential ...

PARR Lumber

Lumber Sales Coordinator

West Linn, OR · On-site

$23.27 - $25.51/hr

The Lumber Sales Coordinator receives daily direction from Lumber Outside Sales Person on the team ... Interacts regularly with corporate employees (Central Purchasing Department, Account Management ...

PARR Lumber

Lumber Sales Coordinator

Bend, OR

$23.27 - $25.51/hr

The Lumber Sales Coordinator receives daily direction from Lumber Outside Sales Person on the team ... Interacts regularly with corporate employees (Central Purchasing Department, Account Management ...

PARR Lumber

Lumber Sales Coordinator

Bend, OR · On-site

$23.27 - $25.51/hr

The Lumber Sales Coordinator receives daily direction from Lumber Outside Sales Person on the team ... Interacts regularly with corporate employees (Central Purchasing Department, Account Management ...

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How much do lumber department sales jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for lumber department sales in the United States is $75,423.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,000.00 and $94,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a lumber department sales associate do?

A Lumber Department Sales associate assists customers in selecting and purchasing lumber and building materials. They provide product knowledge, help with measurements, make recommendations based on project needs, and ensure shelves are stocked and organized. These associates may also process sales transactions and coordinate with other store departments for special orders or deliveries. Their role is essential in helping customers complete their building or renovation projects successfully.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lumber department sales associate?

To thrive as a Lumber Department Sales associate, you need strong product knowledge of lumber and building materials, basic math skills, and experience in retail or construction environments. Familiarity with inventory management systems, POS terminals, and possibly forklift operation certification is often required. Excellent customer service, active listening, and problem-solving skills help you effectively assist customers and build lasting relationships. These abilities are crucial for ensuring customer satisfaction, driving sales, and maintaining efficient department operations.

What is the difference between Lumber Department Sales vs Lumber Yard Associate?

AspectLumber Department SalesLumber Yard Associate
CredentialsHigh school diploma; sales experience often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent
Work EnvironmentIndoor sales floor, customer interaction, office tasksOutdoor yard, material handling, inventory management
Primary ResponsibilitiesAssisting customers, sales transactions, product knowledgeLoading/unloading materials, stocking, maintaining yard safety

While both roles involve working in a lumber industry setting, Lumber Department Sales focuses on customer service and sales inside the store, whereas Lumber Yard Associates handle physical tasks outdoors. Both positions require knowledge of lumber products but differ in work environment and daily duties.

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Infographic showing various Lumber Department Sales job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,423 per year, or $36.3 per hour.

Lumber Division Manager

Spirit Lake, IA • On-site

Coop FE
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Full-time, Part-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Cooperative Farmers Elevator
Position Description & Accountability
DATE: August 1, 2026
JOB TITLE: Lumber Division Manager
REPORTS TO: CEO
DEPARTMENT: Lumber
CLASSIFICATION: Full time
Position Objective
To supervise, direct, promote, and coordinate the lumber division in a manner that will optimize the cooperative's market share and savings, improve the cooperative's efficiency, help achieve the cooperative's mission and goals, and result in outstanding customer service.
Position Responsibilities
The lumber department manager's responsibilities include supervision, marketing, profitability and sales, reporting, purchasing, resale pricing, inventory, service, maintenance, and other duties as assigned by management.
The lumber department manager will maintain a positive attitude that promotes teamwork within the cooperative and a favorable image of the cooperative.
Supervision
Supervision involves establishing and communicating department goals and results to employees, staffing the department and delegating the workload, actively supporting employee growth, upholding cooperative policies, and supervising and performing tasks to increase efficiency and productivity.
Requirements
Establish and communicate department goals and results to employees
  • Establish department financial goals with assistance from the CEO and CFO
  • Conduct annual department strategic planning with staff, CEO and CFO.
  • Conduct monthly department planning and reporting meetings to ensure maximum communication, accountability and support of sales efforts
  • Drive growth with contractors and customers through in person calls of sales teams and location managers.

Staff department and delegate workload to meet market requirements
  • Work with the lumber managers on attracting job applicants, hiring new employees, and on termination decisions
  • Assign employee responsibilities and maintain up-to-date job descriptions
  • Staff and adjust work force to fit departmental and location needs
  • Employ part-time work-sharing arrangements to minimize layoffs and unemployment compensation costs

Actively support employee growth
  • Work with HR to assist with orientation for new department employees
  • Work with Safety Coordinator to identify in writing annually training needed for individual employees
  • Discuss performance annually with each department employee
  • Complete a yearly review with each department employee following management approval
  • Stimulate and develop positive morale and team spirit that leads to high productivity
  • Actively work to increase personal skills and knowledge
  • Work with HR to develop and train salespeople and staff to ensure long-term success for the company

Supervise and perform tasks to increase efficiency and productivity
  • Work with CFO and Operations leaders to position CFE Lumber Facilities to maximize efficiency of the operations team and location leadership
  • Maintain an accurate inventory/accounting system to identify all lumber and their locations
  • Provide 3-year capital plan annually
  • Strive to reduce expense and improve efficiencies of operations within the lumber division while working with other divisions in sharing people and equipment when possible.

Uphold cooperative policies
  • Ensure that department facilities and equipment meet all federal, state, and OSHA regulations
  • Collaborate with Safety Director and Operations Leads to establish and maintain department maintenance and safety training and policies
  • Actively work with CFE credit manager to ensure customer accounts and keep current and within CFE credit policies. No charging to COD customers.

Marketing
Develop and implement annual and monthly marketing and budget plan
  • Implement the following marketing and fiscal budget activities:
  • Daily sales journal review
  • Weekly price analysis
  • Monthly market volume report
  • Monthly sales and margin analysis
  • Monthly review of divisional performance with CFO
  • Quarterly review of divisional performance with CEO
  • Set sales and marketing plans for the upcoming month with location mangers
  • The annual department budget for sales revenues, expenses and profit projection submitted to CEO and CFO by August 15th yearly.
  • Update departmental budget and present to CEO and CFO by March 15th annually
  • Determine an advertising expense budget at the beginning of each year; review regularly with the Marketing Manger to ensure budgets are being held.
  • Leverage Supplier negotiated programs to promote growth in sales.

Increase market share through regular sales efforts
  • Review sales reports monthly with Sales Personnel
  • Ensure department staff have adequate training and tools to make successful sales presentations
  • Make periodic on-site contacts to assist the sales effort
  • Provide Sales Personnel with ideas for potential customers

Purchasing
  • Purchasing involves purchasing products for resale.
  • Purchase products of quality that will result in a minimum of customer complaints
  • Ensure the cost of products will allow for competitive pricing while still meeting the cooperative's financial objectives
  • Maximize supplier programs to achieve financial goals
  • Buy from only approved suppliers to ensure product quality

Resale Pricing
  • Resale pricing involves establishing prices of products and services.
  • Set prices that are competitive with industry guidelines and local competitors
  • Set prices that allow the cooperative to meet sales and financial objectives

Inventory
  • Inventory involves managing inventory levels.
  • With conjunction with CFO and Accounting develop and maintain a system for monitoring and controlling inventory levels that results in minimal shrinkage
  • Supervise checking of all in-shipments for accuracy against the delivery ticket, proper quantity, price as ordered, and quality
  • Strive to maximize turns on inventory
  • Clear out obsolete inventories annually
  • Maintain accuracy of all inventory products within .5% of actual.
  • Resolve customer related discrepancies in inventory or billing

Other Duties
Perform other duties as assigned by management
  • Favorable feedback is received from all department managers when assigned to perform or assist with other duties and responsibilities in those departments.
  • Attitude consistently mirrors the company image and promotes fellow employee teamwork.
  • Present a professional image through words, actions and personal appearance.

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in area of specialty and/or 10+ years of experience in the field or in a related area
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and Excel software
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects at a time and demonstrate good attention to detail

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