Hardwood Log Buyer - Eastern & Central NY

Job description

The Baillie Group is a cohesive, unified group of hardwood producers working cooperatively together with each retaining their distinctive and valued cultural identities. The Baillie Group has an immediate opening for an experienced Hardwood Log Buyer based out of our Smyrna, NY location. This position will cover the Eastern and Central New York regions. We are seeking a new team member with a proven track record of high-volume hardwood log procurement. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing Appalachian hardwood logs of all grades and species. This position requires an established professional who can leverage industry knowledge and relationships to support Baillie’s ongoing growth. Responsibilities: Qualifications: - Purchase Appalachian hardwood logs, with emphasis on quality, volume, and cost efficiency, utilizing company grading standards and buying processes. - Procure logs directly from sawmills, loggers, and land clearers through bids and negotiations. - Coordinate and monitor delivery of purchased logs to company facilities. - Utilize handheld data recorders and tagging systems to document purchases for inventory control. - Build and maintai...