Resource Planning Analyst

Description

The Resource Planning and Biometric Services (RPBS) group is responsible for providing forest planning services which support client land management and forest investment decisions, as well as biometric services necessary for planning projections, inventory analysis, and data systems. The successful Resource Planning Analyst will work in a team environment with planning analysts, biometricians, and other AFM operating groups to provide resource planning services to customers across AFM’s operating regions.   

More about who we are

American Forest Management, Inc. (AFM).  Founded in 1966, AFM is a leading national forestry consulting firm based in Charlotte, North Carolina. The company sustainably manages and provides timberland consulting and real estate services for privately owned timberland throughout the United 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 and farmland services, appraisal, forest resource data management and harvest scheduling.

At American Forest Management, we are committed to sustainability by integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into every aspect of our forestry consulting operations. Our six core values of Integrity, Stewardship, Innovation, Dedication, Respect, and Knowledge guide us in our commitment to ESG principles to promote sustainable business practices that balance economic viability, ecological responsibility, and social equity.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities 

• Develop harvest schedule models for a variety of customers across AFM’s operating areas using Remsoft’s spatial planning system (Woodstock Optimization Studio). 
• Utilize models to conduct discounted cash flow analyses for timberland investments, acquisitions, and valuations  
• Work collaboratively with clients and AFM staff to deliver on AFM’s client-centric approach to the strategic and tactical planning process. 
• Compile, normalize, and validate data inputs for planning models  
• Analyze and explain impacts to carbon stocking and ESG reporting metrics from timber management decisions. 
• Support client sustainability goals by translating forest management data and model results into actionable ESG insights. 
• Research financial inputs including but not limited to silvicultural costs, forest product pricing, and forecasts. 
• Interpret and communicate model results clearly to a variety of customers, through written and oral means and virtual and in-person meetings  
• Market AFM’s Resource Planning services and promote general AFM business development at professional meetings and conferences. 

Qualifications 

• Master’s degree in Forestry or Natural Resource Management (preferred) 
• Minimum 5 years of forest management experience (U.S. South preferred) 
• Excellent soft skills: communication, collaboration, time management, adaptability, and critical thinking 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Proficiency in interpreting and communicating model outcomes 
• Experience with: 
• Linear programming and optimization 
• Remsoft’s Woodstock Optimization Studio (preferred) 
• R programming language (preferred) 
• GIS concepts and forest information systems 
• Relational databases 
• Forest carbon markets (preferred) 
• ESG disclosures or sustainability reports for corporate or investment audiences (preferred) 
• Growth and yield equations and systems like FastLob, PMRC, FPS, and FVS (preferred) 
• Willingness to travel (once a quarter at a minimum)  

Office Location:
While this position is ideally based in Charlotte, NC, we are open to candidates located within commuting distance of any AFM office location.

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 
• Salary position paid semi-monthly 
• 9 paid holidays 
• Paid vacation schedule 
• Healthcare and disability plan 
• 401 (K) retirement plan 
• Eligible for annual and new business bonus plans 
• Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program 

Join us in our commitment to providing resource planning services in a dynamic work environment. Apply now to contribute your expertise to our team!  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.

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