Wood Purchase Coordinator

About The OpportunityAs the Wood Purchase Coordinator, you will work alongside the Wood Purchase Manager. You will play a key role in securing and managing the procurement of private forests across the Hawke’s Bay region. Your focus will be on building strong relationships with farmers and forest owners to ensure a sustainable and cost-effective log supply for our Lumber and Pulp operations and economic returns to our clients.

You'll Be Involved InLiaising, negotiating, and purchasing private forest lotsMonitoring and overseeing harvest operationsManaging financial outcomes associated with wood purchasesSupporting strategic wood procurement and long-term planningDeveloping strategies for future growth of our wood procurement businessContributing to a positive team culture and strong cross-functional collaborationAbout UsWe add value to our natural resources. Our business is renewables, and we have been a part of New Zealand’s bio-based economy for 50 years. We grow, process, and deliver quality radiata products to national and international markets. Sustainability and safety are the foundations of our business.

We have a team of over 430 full-time staff and 400 contractors. We care for our people, the environment, and our community. We offerSecure employmentA supportive learning and development environmentReward and recognitionWellbeing programmeDiscounted petrolFree flu injectionsRetail discountsFree life insurance for you and discounted life insurance for your partnerSubsidised medical insurance for you and your familyEmployee Assistance ProgrammeAnnual firewood allocationFamily friendly eventsAbout YouWe’re looking for someone with forestry experience, strong project management skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.

This is your chance to work across procurement, operations, and strategy, while building long-term relationships with forest owners and contributing to a business that values sustainability, safety, and people.

To Succeed In This Role, You’ll BringTertiary qualification in forestry preferred (not essential)2–3 years’ experience (harvesting or forest engineering advantageous)Confident managing contractors and negotiating contractsStrong project management and organisational skillsAble to work independently with high accuracy and efficiencyPositive, adaptable, and calm under pressureClear and professional communicator, both verbal and writtenPractical problem-solver with sound judgmentTeam player who builds strong working relationshipsIf this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!