Job Description
Time Type : Full time
Role Details :
Time Type : Full Time
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 Merchandising Commodities Department and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include supporting McCoy's BAU culture; interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Duties / Responsibilities :
Develops and implements procurement strategies for commodity lumber that align 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.Evaluates / negotiates contracts with suppliers for pricing, delivery, and quality.Oversees inventory levels to balance supply with demand while minimizing costs.Ensures optimal stock levels to avoid shortages or overstocking.Manages and mentors a team of buyers by providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.Fosters a collaborative and high-performing team environment.Analyzes purchasing data and financial reports to identify cost-saving opportunities.Ensures all lumber purchased meets quality specifications and industry standards.Works with suppliers to address quality issues.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.Provides regular updates on procurement performance and market conditions.Develops and maintains detailed reports on purchasing performance, inventory levels, and market trends.Uses data analytics to improve decision making and to optimize procurement process.Lead Team Meetings / One on One Meetings.Other assignments and duties as assignment by management.Attends and participates in team meetings and training sessions.Required Skills / Abilities :
Reads, analyzes, and interprets general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.Writes reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals and effectively presents information and responds to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.Works with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.Defines problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions. Interprets an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deals with several abstract and concrete variables.Utilizes strong multi-tasking, organizational, prioritization, and follow-up skills necessary for managing multiple initiatives at one time in a professional hands-on manner and under minimal supervision.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.Must meet driver's license requirements as required by the company and able to legally obtain a rental vehicle in all states in which the company does business.Must have current auto liability insurance.This position requires occasional travel with overnight stays.Must be regularly available and willing to work at least 9 hours per day, 45 hours per week or such other hours per day or hours per week as the employer determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs.Available and willing to work weekends, holidays, and overtime per day or per week as the employer determines necessary or desirable to meet business needs.Education / Experience
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or five to 7 years related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Five years of experience in purchasing, procurement and distribution of forest products.Five years of experience with various information, merchandising and distribution systems and capable of recommending and initiating new processes and procedures that can produce optimal performance of inventory.Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at times.Standard office hours apply with occasional weekends and holidays.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.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
