Sappi · 7 hours ago
Sr. Forester
Skowhegan, ME
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSappi is a respected, forward-thinking organization seeking an experienced Senior Forester. The role involves purchasing and harvesting timber, overseeing logging operations, and fostering relationships with landowners while promoting responsible forest management.
Paper ManufacturingProduct DesignRenewable EnergySustainability
Responsibilities
Purchase and harvest standing timber to meet mill fiber and fuel requirements
Manage a network of logging contractors to ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable operations
Promote land stewardship consistent with SFI Fiber Sourcing certification
Maintain accurate records for stumpage, deliveries, and landowner relations
Support road building and other operational projects as needed
Develop and write Maine Tree Growth plans
Build and strengthen relationships with landowners and contractors; proactively seek new opportunities and partnerships
Provide regional leadership, mentoring others and supporting team initiatives
Qualification
Required
Associate or Bachelor's degree in Forestry
Minimum 5 years of forestry experience
Eligible for or currently hold a Maine Forester's License
Proven knowledge of GIS mapping, timber inventory and analysis, and forest regulations
Strong understanding of regional forest markets, BMPs, and SFI certification
Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Proficiency with spreadsheets, word processing, and related software tools
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel throughout Maine and northern New England
Preferred
At least 2 years of experience procuring timber
Experience working across both private woodlots and large industrial forest lands
Proven ability to negotiate contracts with landowners and contractors
Familiarity with using drones to enhance harvest efficiency and landowner engagement
Active participation in forestry organizations (e.g., Maine Tree, SAF, Tree Farm, SWOAM)
Experience with certification audits
Company
Sappi
Sappi focused on providing dissolving wood pulp, paper pulp and paper-based solutions to its direct and indirect customers.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2006-04-19Post Ipo Equity
1998-11-13IPO
Leadership Team
Michael Haws
President and CEO
James M.
Senior Manager, Strategic Partnerships
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