Job Details

ProcurementForester
Full-time, Permanent
On-site
Location: Gloster, MS

We're not just talking about making a difference, we're making ithappen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy inan uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to becomethe global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.

You'll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers andbusiness champions. We're enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future forall, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

So, what will you be doing?

• In this role, you will be responsible fortracking and analyzing the fiber supply across Southern NA for all wood pelletproducing facilities. The core responsibilities and duties include:
• Work closely with the local Plant Manager and central Procurement team to ensure Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost objectives are met
• Supports the pellet plants through the planning and execution of fiber purchases for the assigned facility
• Foster a data-driven approach to develop and sustain a low cost/high margin fiber supply strategy
• Support compliance with forest certification standards, lead role in internal and external audit processes
• Implementing purchasing process improvements to support business goals with emphasis on supplier management, supplier improvement, inventory management, and continuity of supply

Key Accountabilities:

• Be a proactive safety leader, creatinga “Safety First” culture
• Manage weekly/monthly fiber inventorycounts
• Perform tract audits
• Communicate with fiber suppliers
• Manage the execution of the fiber plan
• Assist in the development of fiberplan and budget
• Management of 3LOG/LIMS sources andcontracts, including settlement of load disputes and reconciliation offiber receipts

Who you are?

• Bachelors degree in Forestry or natural resources, supply chain management, business or related field or equivalent educational experience
• Advanced MS Office skills, specifically Excel; proficient with PowerPoint and Word
• Must be analytical and data-driven
• Ability to use statistical analysis tools a plus
• Experience with 3Log/Aldata, PowerBI, and GIS an advantage
• Superb attention to detail
• Project & time management skills are necessary
• High level of personal integrity and professionalism

What's it like to work at Drax?

The Perks:

• A competitive salary, with opportunities to move into different positions as you gain experience.
• Great benefits starting day 1 and a 401K matching plan to support your personal and family goals.
• A supportive team environment where you will continuously learn and grow.
• A 401K matching plan to support your personal and family goals (also starting from day one at Drax!).
• A company bonus plan which rewards overall Drax performance, safety, and scorecard achievement.

We'recommitted to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face.Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. Wework as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what's right for thefuture. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations tocome.

Together, we make it happen.

AtDrax, we're committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valuedand respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we activelywork to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, andestablish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed forall colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no mattertheir background. Find out more about our approach here.

How to apply:
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