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Woodflow Manager
1 month ago
Texarkana, United States
American Forest Management, Inc.
Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionThe Wood Flow Manager Position will provide wood flow services overseeing timber harvesting, delivery and production, long term supply agreements, along with some land management duties including assisting with timber cruise projects, timber sale layout and managing forest silvicultural activities and contractors. Minimum of 40 hours per week required, vehicle provided, occasional out of town and overnight work may be required (expenses paid), participation in 401(k) plan (after 6 months of employment). More about who we are
American Forest Management, Inc. (AFM) is the largest forest consulting firm in the United States. AFM currently manages approximately 5.6 million acres of privately owned timberland and has sold over $5.4 billion in real estate transactions under AFM Real Estate, a subsidiary of AFM. With 300+ employees operating from 52 offices located in 20 states, Panama and Costa Rica, AFM’s team of professionals is focused on meeting client needs by providing a complete range of forestry services. Our small regionally dispersed offices allow us to provide individualized services, and our large overall size allows us to coordinate teams of foresters and technical specialists for large, complex jobs.
AFM’s team of professionals is focused on meeting client needs by providing a complete range of forestry services including land and wildlife management, land sale and acquisition services, forest inventory and design, growth and yield modeling, cash flow projections, environmental services, appraisal, forest resource data management and harvest scheduling.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
• All aspects of field work, office work and reporting.
• Work closely with Field Service Providers
• Ability to execute yearly harvest plans to maximize client revenue
• Management of logging contractors and harvest activities on client’s lands
• Timber sale layout.
• Pre harvest meetings to review landing locations, sale layout, Best Management Practices (BMP) compliance, roadwork, stream crossings, all regulatory and contract compliances.
• Development of and maintaining relationships with markets and specifications of products to be harvested.
• Knowledge of Local, State and Federal laws that pertain to timber harvesting.
• Knowledge of markets for all products that are harvested from clients’ lands, i.e. sawmills, pulp mills, pole mills, higher value markets.
• Good negotiating skills, to achieve highest return for the land base at mill locations.
• Identify and mark streamside management zones (SMZs) in compliance with state BMPs.
• Be able to forecast weekly logging production for our clients and mills which receive shipments from AFM client lands.
• Strong analytical ability; proficient use of Excel, Word and mapping software.
• Prepare reports, assist in budgeting, prepare timber harvesting and cut and haul contracts.
• Complete timber harvesting inspections and reports to enforce compliance with contract.
• Organize and audit timber sale settlements for reconciliation with logger load sheets.
• Security monitoring load sheets, load tags, proper separation, and all products harvested.
• Good communicator and negotiator, with loggers, mill foresters, clients, peers, public and local governmental entities.
Qualifications
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry and 7+ years of procurement experience
• Registered Forester in at least one state or must obtain registration within three years
• Experience managing Timber Supply Agreements a plus
• Good driving record
• Ability to supervise employees
• Strong computer and analytical skills
• Strong organizational and scheduling skills
• Ability to quickly learn area markets
• Ability to coordinate wood flow needs with various Field Service Supplies.
• Ability to work alone and in a team environment.
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to generate new business (meet with potential clients, explain our business, etc.).
• Ability to travel.
• Soft Skills: Communication, Leadership, Problem-solving, Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Negotiation and Organizational skills.
Work Environment
Join our team and thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment that values innovation, integrity, and professional growth. At American Forest Management, we foster a culture of teamwork and open communication, where every team member’s contribution is recognized and valued.
Salary and Benefits
• Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Company provided vehicle with unlimited personal use
• Eligible for annual and new business bonus plans
• Paid vacations, sick time and holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision healthcare plans
• Short- & Long-Term Disability plans available
• 401(K) retirement plan with matching company contributions
• Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program
Join our team and embark on a journey of growth and learning, where you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills and advance your career. Be a part of a supportive and dynamic work environment that values collaboration and excellence.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.
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