Job Description
Time Type:
Full time
Role Details:
Job Location: 1350 IH 35 N, San Marcos, TX 78667
Job Summary:
The Merchandising Manager (Forest Products) will oversee purchasing of commodity forest products (Western species & studs, Southern Yellow Pine, Panels).
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Directly supervises 2 to 7 employees in the Merchandise Commodities Department. Responsibilities include supporting McCoy’s BaU culture, hiring, training, directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding and disciplining employees and resolving issues.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Develops and implements procurement strategies for commodity lumber that aligns with organizational goals.
- Monitors market trends, pricing, and supply chain dynamics to adjust strategies.
- Builds and maintains strong relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent supply and favorable terms, as well as addressing quality issues as they arise.
- Evaluates/negotiates contracts with suppliers for pricing, delivery, and quality.
- Oversees inventory levels to balance supply with demand while minimizing costs and ensuring optimal stock levels to avoid shortages or overstocking.
- Manages and mentors a team of buyers by fostering collaboration and providing guidance and feedback.
- Analyzes purchasing data and financial reports to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Ensures all lumber purchased meets quality specifications and industry standards.
- Identifies/mitigates risk related to supply chain disruptions and vendor reliability.
- Conducts market analysis to anticipate price fluctuations and availability challenges.
- Maintains knowledge of industry trends and economic factors impacting the commodity lumber market.
- Leads negotiations with suppliers to secure the best terms for pricing, delivery, and quality.
- Reviews, drafts, and manages supplier contracts, ensuring adherence to agreed terms.
- Collaborates with internal teams including operations, sales, and finance to align purchasing activities with business needs.
- Develops and maintains detailed reports on purchasing performance, inventory levels, and market trends and provides regular reports on procurement performance and market conditions.
- Uses data analytics to improve decision making and to optimize procurement process.
- Regularly leads Team Meetings/One on One meetings.
- Additional tasks and responsibilities as directed by management
- Attends and participates in team meetings and training sessions.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Reads, analyzes, and interprets applicable business periodicals, technical procedures, and keeps up to date on governmental regulations.
- Writes reports, business letters, and procedural manuals. Presents information clearly and responds to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the public.
- Works with math concepts like probability, statistics, basic geometry, and trigonometry.
- Identifies problems, collects data, and draws conclusions. Interprets technical instructions in math or diagrams and handles various variables.
- Uses strong skills in multi-tasking, organization, prioritization, and follow-up to manage several projects at once with minimal supervision.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Must have current auto liability insurance, meet driver’s license requirements as required by the company and be able to legally obtain a rental vehicle in all states in which the company does business.
- This position requires occasional travel with overnight stays.
- Available and willing to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as the employer determines necessary to meet business needs.
Education/Experience
Physical Requirements
I have read the above job description and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
McCoy’s is an equal opportunity employer. Equal access to programs, services and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the People Development Department at (866) 896-0884. EOE, AAP, D, F, VA
