What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Procurement & Business Operations position at CareerPaths NW?

A family-owned business with a strong legacy of over 80 years in the wood and lumber products industry is seeking a Director of Procurement & Business Operations to lead their manufacturing and remanufacturing division based in Orting, WA. Specializing in providing building materials for multi-family, commercial, and residential construction projects, this company is recognized for its commitment to customer service, competitive pricing, and operational excellence.

This full-time, onsite position is critical to the organization’s success and offers a competitive compensation package, including fully employer-paid health insurance, 401(k) with employer match, cell phone stipend, and PTO.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the manufacturing division to meet and exceed sales and gross margin goals.
Procure wood and lumber products from mills and direct suppliers for remanufacturing purposes.
Develop and manage storage facilities to support product fulfillment in the South Sound region, ensuring high utilization rates.
Track inventory, logistics, and margins through ERP software and ensure seamless order fulfillment.
Design and implement product and service strategies to achieve differentiation and competitive advantage in the market.
Build and maintain customer relationships while expanding sales channels through proactive outreach.
Monitor account profitability and customer satisfaction, addressing concerns promptly.
Improve manufacturing operations by enhancing processes, reducing waste, and optimizing costs.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of products and services.
Provide updates on progress and activities to corporate leadership.

Key Metrics

Achieve 75% of service and product sales from internal operations.

Improve product margins by at least 2% across branch-level sales.

Attain double-digit growth in product volumes and revenue over five years.

Ensure storage facility utilization rates exceed 90%.

Maintain positive cash flow and drive profitability for the manufacturing division.

Qualifications

15 years of forest products purchasing experience with established supplier and mill relationships within a 250-mile radius of Seattle, WA.

5 years of sales experience serving general contractors (GCs) or framers in multi-family, commercial, or residential construction.

Extensive experience managing operations, branch, or general management within the building materials industry (e.g., lumber yards, mills, or manufacturers).

Skilled in managing personnel, especially sales and production / operations teams.

Expertise in logistics, inventory management, and procurement of lumber products, particularly Douglas Fir, Spruce, and Gorman Pine.

Proficiency in data analysis, problem-solving, and ERP systems (experience with Wood Pro preferred).

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.

Desired Attributes

A self-starter with strong critical thinking skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Alignment with principles such as customer focus, quality, safety, teamwork, profitability, and sound judgment.

A proven track record of building high-margin, high-demand product lines.

Experience improving manufacturing operations, upgrading equipment, and optimizing costs.

If you are an experienced leader in the lumber and building materials industry with a growth-oriented mindset, we encourage you to apply. This role offers the opportunity to drive operational success, expand market presence, and contribute to a thriving organization in the construction materials space.

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