Manager, Wood Procurement
Nekoosa, WI · On-site
Develop and manage pulpwood and wood chip supply strategies to meet production, inventory, and cost targets. * Administer procurement contracts and supplier agreements. * Build and maintain strong ...
Manager, Wood Procurement
Nekoosa, WI · On-site
Develop and manage pulpwood and wood chip supply strategies to meet production, inventory, and cost targets. * Administer procurement contracts and supplier agreements. * Build and maintain strong ...
$90 - $140/hr
Develop and manage pulpwood and wood chip supply strategies to meet production, inventory, and cost targets. * Administer procurement contracts and supplier agreements. * Build and maintain strong ...
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$90 - $140/hr
Develop and manage pulpwood and wood chip supply strategies to meet production, inventory, and cost targets. * Administer procurement contracts and supplier agreements. * Build and maintain strong ...
New
Manager, Wood Procurement
Nekoosa, WI · On-site
Develop and manage pulpwood and wood chip supply strategies to meet production, inventory, and cost targets. * Administer procurement contracts and supplier agreements. * Build and maintain strong ...
New
Manager, Wood Procurement
Nekoosa, WI · On-site
Develop and manage pulpwood and wood chip supply strategies to meet production, inventory, and cost targets. * Administer procurement contracts and supplier agreements. * Build and maintain strong ...
New
Raw Materials Operator - D Shift 7PM -7:30AM
$14.75 - $19.25/hr
... wood chip) delivered at the facility 2) Load and unload wood chip with wheel loader 3) Grind wood chip using plane machinery to produce wood flakes 4) Adjust and sharpen plane blades as required 5) ...
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Raw Materials Operator - D Shift 7PM -7:30AM
$14.75 - $19.25/hr
... wood chip) delivered at the facility 2) Load and unload wood chip with wheel loader 3) Grind wood chip using plane machinery to produce wood flakes 4) Adjust and sharpen plane blades as required 5) ...
Raw Materials Operator - D Shift 7PM -7:30AM
Macon, GA · On-site
$14.75 - $19.25/hr
... wood chip) delivered at the facility 2) Load and unload wood chip with wheel loader 3) Grind wood chip using plane machinery to produce wood flakes 4) Adjust and sharpen plane blades as required 5) ...
Raw Materials Operator - D Shift 7PM -7:30AM
Macon, GA · On-site
$14.75 - $19.25/hr
... wood chip) delivered at the facility 2) Load and unload wood chip with wheel loader 3) Grind wood chip using plane machinery to produce wood flakes 4) Adjust and sharpen plane blades as required 5) ...
Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright
$26.75 - $33.50/hr
The company owns and sustainably manages more than 600,000 acres of timberland in Oregon, North Carolina and Virginia, as well as an export wood chip terminal facility in Coos Bay, Ore. Roseburg ...
Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright
$26.75 - $33.50/hr
The company owns and sustainably manages more than 600,000 acres of timberland in Oregon, North Carolina and Virginia, as well as an export wood chip terminal facility in Coos Bay, Ore. Roseburg ...
Pipefitter
$24.50 - $31.50/hr
The company owns and sustainably manages more than 600,000 acres of timberland in Oregon, North Carolina and Virginia, as well as an export wood chip terminal facility in Coos Bay, Ore. Roseburg ...
Pipefitter
$24.50 - $31.50/hr
The company owns and sustainably manages more than 600,000 acres of timberland in Oregon, North Carolina and Virginia, as well as an export wood chip terminal facility in Coos Bay, Ore. Roseburg ...
Truck Wash & Sanitation
Columbus, NE · On-site
$13.25 - $17/hr
Lift and stage wood chip bags in trailers and bake bays. Requirements: * Must be able to reach, bend, and stoop frequently. * Continuous walking and standing; a minimum of 8 hours per day. * Use a ...
Truck Wash & Sanitation
Columbus, NE · On-site
$13.25 - $17/hr
Lift and stage wood chip bags in trailers and bake bays. Requirements: * Must be able to reach, bend, and stoop frequently. * Continuous walking and standing; a minimum of 8 hours per day. * Use a ...
Truck Wash & Sanitation
$13.25 - $17/hr
Lift and stage wood chip bags in trailers and bake bays. Requirements: * Must be able to reach, bend, and stoop frequently. * Continuous walking and standing; a minimum of 8 hours per day. * Use a ...
Truck Wash & Sanitation
$13.25 - $17/hr
Lift and stage wood chip bags in trailers and bake bays. Requirements: * Must be able to reach, bend, and stoop frequently. * Continuous walking and standing; a minimum of 8 hours per day. * Use a ...
Truck Wash & Sanitation
$13.25 - $17/hr
Lift and stage wood chip bags in trailers and bake bays. Requirements: * Must be able to reach, bend, and stoop frequently. * Continuous walking and standing; a minimum of 8 hours per day. * Use a ...
Truck Wash & Sanitation
$13.25 - $17/hr
Lift and stage wood chip bags in trailers and bake bays. Requirements: * Must be able to reach, bend, and stoop frequently. * Continuous walking and standing; a minimum of 8 hours per day. * Use a ...
Pipefitter
Dillard, OR · On-site
$24.50 - $31.50/hr
The company owns and sustainably manages more than 600,000 acres of timberland in Oregon, North Carolina and Virginia, as well as an export wood chip terminal facility in Coos Bay, Ore. Roseburg ...
Pipefitter
Dillard, OR · On-site
$24.50 - $31.50/hr
The company owns and sustainably manages more than 600,000 acres of timberland in Oregon, North Carolina and Virginia, as well as an export wood chip terminal facility in Coos Bay, Ore. Roseburg ...
Truck Wash & Sanitation
Humphrey, NE · On-site
$13.25 - $17/hr
Lift and stage wood chip bags in trailers and bake bays. Requirements: * Must be able to reach, bend, and stoop frequently. * Continuous walking and standing; a minimum of 8 hours per day. * Use a ...
Truck Wash & Sanitation
Humphrey, NE · On-site
$13.25 - $17/hr
Lift and stage wood chip bags in trailers and bake bays. Requirements: * Must be able to reach, bend, and stoop frequently. * Continuous walking and standing; a minimum of 8 hours per day. * Use a ...
Lubrication Technician
Weldon, NC · On-site
$12.50 - $17.25/hr
The company owns and sustainably manages more than 600,000 acres of timberland in Oregon, North Carolina and Virginia, as well as an export wood chip terminal facility in Coos Bay, Ore. Roseburg ...
Lubrication Technician
Weldon, NC · On-site
$12.50 - $17.25/hr
The company owns and sustainably manages more than 600,000 acres of timberland in Oregon, North Carolina and Virginia, as well as an export wood chip terminal facility in Coos Bay, Ore. Roseburg ...
Lubrication Technician
$12.50 - $17.25/hr
The company owns and sustainably manages more than 600,000 acres of timberland in Oregon, North Carolina and Virginia, as well as an export wood chip terminal facility in Coos Bay, Ore. Roseburg ...
Lubrication Technician
$12.50 - $17.25/hr
The company owns and sustainably manages more than 600,000 acres of timberland in Oregon, North Carolina and Virginia, as well as an export wood chip terminal facility in Coos Bay, Ore. Roseburg ...
Operator Grinder
Sarasota, FL · On-site
$19 - $28/hr
The operator safely controls the machine using buttons, pedals and levers to skillfully grind waste wood into usable wood chip products. * Operator often works independently, following detailed work ...
Operator Grinder
Sarasota, FL · On-site
$19 - $28/hr
The operator safely controls the machine using buttons, pedals and levers to skillfully grind waste wood into usable wood chip products. * Operator often works independently, following detailed work ...
Biosecurity Sanitation Technician
Pipestone, MN · On-site
$20 - $30/hr
Manage wood chip usage and replacement to maintain clean, dry traffic areas * Report facility or equipment issues promptly and assist with repairs Biosecurity amp; Compliance * Enforce company ...
Biosecurity Sanitation Technician
Pipestone, MN · On-site
$20 - $30/hr
Manage wood chip usage and replacement to maintain clean, dry traffic areas * Report facility or equipment issues promptly and assist with repairs Biosecurity amp; Compliance * Enforce company ...
Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright
Chester, SC · On-site
$26.75 - $33.50/hr
The company owns and sustainably manages more than 600,000 acres of timberland in Oregon, North Carolina and Virginia, as well as an export wood chip terminal facility in Coos Bay, Ore. Roseburg ...
Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright
Chester, SC · On-site
$26.75 - $33.50/hr
The company owns and sustainably manages more than 600,000 acres of timberland in Oregon, North Carolina and Virginia, as well as an export wood chip terminal facility in Coos Bay, Ore. Roseburg ...
Wood Procurement Manager
Johnsonburg, PA · On-site
Oversee the planning, procurement and administration of pulpwood contracts and chip supply ... Coordinate interaction between Wood Procurement and Accounting to provide support and maintain ...
Wood Procurement Manager
Johnsonburg, PA · On-site
Oversee the planning, procurement and administration of pulpwood contracts and chip supply ... Coordinate interaction between Wood Procurement and Accounting to provide support and maintain ...
Wood Procurement Manager
Johnsonburg, PA · On-site
Oversee the planning, procurement and administration of pulpwood contracts and chip supply ... Coordinate interaction between Wood Procurement and Accounting to provide support and maintain ...
Wood Procurement Manager
Johnsonburg, PA · On-site
Oversee the planning, procurement and administration of pulpwood contracts and chip supply ... Coordinate interaction between Wood Procurement and Accounting to provide support and maintain ...
The company owns and sustainably manages more than 600,000 acres of timberland in Oregon, North Carolina and Virginia, as well as an export wood chip terminal facility in Coos Bay, Ore. Roseburg ...
The company owns and sustainably manages more than 600,000 acres of timberland in Oregon, North Carolina and Virginia, as well as an export wood chip terminal facility in Coos Bay, Ore. Roseburg ...
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$15.14 - $17.22
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$21.37 - $23.45
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$27.60 - $29.68
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Domtar rating
7.7
Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
194th of 545 rated manufacturers
Job description
Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.
Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.
The location in Nekoosa, (Wisconsin, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Manager, Wood Procurement. This job is full-time permanent.
Position Summary
The Manager of Fiber Procurement is responsible for leading all wood and fiber procurement activities for the Nekoosa Mill. The role ensures a reliable, sustainable, and cost-effective supply of pulpwood and wood chips to support mill production requirements while maintaining compliance with FSC, SFI, and PEFC certification standards. This position also provides leadership to the procurement team, develops supplier relationships, manages contracts, and supports Domtar's sustainability objectives.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Critical Leadership Competencies
Ideal Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will:
You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions).
Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.
Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.
To learn more about our company, consult the Domtar Company Web Site and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter.
Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.
The location in Nekoosa, (Wisconsin, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Manager, Wood Procurement. This job is full-time permanent.
Position Summary
The Manager of Fiber Procurement is responsible for leading all wood and fiber procurement activities for the Nekoosa Mill. The role ensures a reliable, sustainable, and cost-effective supply of pulpwood and wood chips to support mill production requirements while maintaining compliance with FSC, SFI, and PEFC certification standards. This position also provides leadership to the procurement team, develops supplier relationships, manages contracts, and supports Domtar's sustainability objectives.
Key Areas of Responsibility
- Develop and manage pulpwood and wood chip supply strategies to meet production, inventory, and cost targets.
- Administer procurement contracts and supplier agreements.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, landowners, government agencies, and industry partners.
- Ensure wood fiber quality specifications are consistently met.
- Collaborate closely with Pulp and Power Operations and wood yard personnel to support safe and efficient operations.
- Partner with Accounting to maintain accurate, auditable processes for settlements, inventory management, and financial reporting.
- Lead procurement activities in compliance with FSC, SFI, and PEFC certification requirements.
- Represent Domtar within forestry organizations and regulatory agencies to promote sustainable forestry practices and industry initiatives
Critical Leadership Competencies
- Strategic sourcing and procurement management
- Team leadership and employee development
- Relationship building and stakeholder management
- Financial and business acumen
- Sustainability and regulatory compliance
- Communication and collaboration
- Ethical decision-making and integrity
- Problem-solving and operational support
Ideal Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will:
- Possess post-secondary education in Forestry or a related field.
- Have significant pulpwood and/or wood chip procurement experience.
- Demonstrate proven leadership experience, managing teams and driving results.
- Build strong working relationships with suppliers, contractors, government agencies, and internal stakeholders.
- Exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Be proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
- Hold a valid driver's license and maintain a safe driving record.
- Be willing to travel overnight as required.
You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions).
Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.
Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.
To learn more about our company, consult the Domtar Company Web Site and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter.
About Domtar
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Industry
Manufacturing
Company size
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Fort Mill, SC, US