What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern - Procurement Forester position at Drax Co?
Procurement Forester Intern
On-site
Location : Bastrop, LA
At Drax, we are working towards a zero-carbon, sustainable future and you can help make this future a reality.
So, what will you be doing?
The Procurement Forester Intern will be primarily responsible for tracking and analyzing the fiber supply delivered into the Morehouse plant but will play a role in all procurement strategies across Southern NA for all wood pellet producing facilities
Who you are?
Key Accountabilities :
- Inventory Management - Aid in conducting weekly and monthly inventories of fiber.This will involve tracking and recording inventory levels, identifying possible discrepancies, and working with fiber team members, operations team members, and suppliers to insure adequate inventory levels
- Forest Sustainability - Participate in mill visits and logging site visits to audit sustainability practices and compliance.Gather information on sourcing practices and sustainability initiatives to support our company's commitment to responsible sourcing
- Supplier Relationship Management - Relay information between our teams and suppliers, including order details, delivery schedules, quality requirements, etc.They will play a key role in building and maintaining relationships with suppliers to ensure smooth communication and collaboration
- Documentation and Reporting - Support the team in maintaining accurate records, preparing reports on inventory levels, supplier performance, and sustainability audits.They will also assist in compiling data and generating insights to inform decision making and strategy development
- Be a proactive safety leader, creating a Safety First culture
- Assist in weekly / monthly fiber inventory counts
- Perform tract audits
- Help in communication with fiber suppliers
- Manage the execution of the fiber plan
- Assist in the development of fiber plan and budget
- Management of 3LOG / LIMS sources and contracts, including settlement of load disputes and reconciliation of fiber receipts
Knowledge, Skills and Experience required :
What's it like to work at Drax?
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