LMC is the leading buying group for a network of independent building material companies across the US. As their buying group, LMC negotiates and facilitates procurement opportunities for the most desired brands in the lumber and building materials industry. We also work to provide operational support with focus on logistics, capital equipment, technology, and marketing. By leveraging the billion-dollar buying power of our members, LMC ensures our members have a competitive edge to capture more of their local market share.
We are looking to add a dynamic Manager in our Commodity Lumber Division. This individual will be responsible for directing the overall operations and activities of their assigned lumber department and product lines.
Primary Responsibilities:
Works closely with division management to develop comprehensive business plans for the department.
Participates in monthly departmental sales forecasts. Monitor sales budgets daily to ensure forecasts are met.
Maintains personal assigned dealer account responsibility. Actively trade for, and manage, their accounts on a daily basis.
Develops and implement purchasing and contract instructions, policies and procedures.
Oversees Departmental claims and resolve supplier and dealer grievances.
Increases the purchasing by the LMC Stockholders by supervising and implementing effective purchasing and sales strategies.
Develops key relationships and programs with appropriate suppliers.
Ensures the retention of the current members by providing the highest level of support and customer service and solving Stockholder issues in a timely manner.
Participates in all appropriate contract and speculation programs to ensure that optimal programs are developed for LMC and its Stockholders.
Manages the Speculation account on a day-to-day basis to ensure that purchases are kept within operational limits and proper market positioning is being accomplished.
Participates in the selection and hiring process for open positions.
Conducts performance evaluations and makes salary recommendations.
Assigns team members to specific projects.
Develops and trains team members to achieve corporate, divisional and departmental goals.
Performs other duties as required and/or assigned.
Management of daily departmental operations including purchasing functions, program administration, customer service and staff leadership.
Develops and guides staff in achieving sales budget and corporate/divisional objectives.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Forest Products, Business Administration, Supply Line Management, Marketing or other related major, or equivalent work experience required.
Five (5) to seven (7) years related industry experience, preferably in the lumber industry required. 10+ years preferred.
Prior management experience preferred.
Solid business management practices and leadership skills.
Strong knowledge and understanding of products, markets, industry trends and commodity trading.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Why join LMC?
LMC supplies products and services to the home building industry, which is seeing considerable growth with exciting new products, advanced building technologies, and home improvement innovations. The LMC team uses its knowledge and expertise in an entrepreneurial atmosphere to further the growth of our independent member companies. Being a part of an established forest products and building materials buying group that helps locally owned, independent businesses succeed is truly a rewarding experience.
Check out our benefits & perks!
Incentive programs for all employees
Traditional and Roth 401k Plans with Generous Company Contributions
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Flexible Spending Accounts
Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays
Life Insurance Along with Short- & Long-Term Disability
Continuing Education Tuition Assistance
Walking distance to the train station and local eateries
Employee team building, company gatherings and participation in various charity events
Located in the beautiful neighborhood of Wayne, PA