Lumber Commodity Buyer – Truss Manufacturing Location: Headingley, ManitobaPosition Type: Full-Time, PermanentCompensation: Approximately $100,000 annually, depending on experienceThe OpportunityOur client is an established Manitoba manufacturer of roof and floor truss systems serving residential, multifamily, commercial and agricultural construction projects.They are looking for an experienced Lumber Commodity Buyer to oversee lumber purchasing for their truss manufacturing operation. This is a key position responsible for monitoring commodity markets, negotiating with suppliers and ensuring the plant has the right materials available to support production requirements.The ideal candidate understands lumber markets, purchasing and inventory management within a truss plant, lumber yard, building components manufacturer or building materials business.What You'll DoPurchase dimensional lumber and related commodities for roof and floor truss productionMonitor lumber markets, pricing trends, availability and lead timesNegotiate pricing, purchasing terms and delivery schedules with suppliersBuild and maintain strong relationships with mills, wholesalers and distributorsCoordinate purchasing decisions with production schedules, inventory levels and sales forecastsMaintain appropriate inventory levels while limiting overstock and unnecessary carrying costsReview historical usage and upcoming production requirements to anticipate material needsTrack purchase orders, shipments and supplier performanceWork with production,



sales and operations to respond to changing prioritiesIdentify alternative suppliers and products when availability or pricing changesMonitor material quality and work with suppliers to resolve shortages or quality concernsSupport accurate costing and margin managementMaintain organized purchasing, pricing and inventory recordsAssist with customer and sales requirements when neededWhat You BringExperience purchasing lumber or wood products within a truss plant, lumber yard, building materials operation or component manufacturing businessStrong knowledge of dimensional lumber, grades, species and commodity pricingExperience monitoring markets and making purchasing decisions based on pricing, demand and inventory requirementsEstablished relationships within the Western Canadian lumber market would be an assetStrong negotiation and supplier-management skillsAn understanding of roof and floor truss manufacturing is preferredExperience with inventory management and purchasing softwareStrong analytical skills and confidence working with costs, margins and market dataThe ability to balance production needs with inventory and cash-flow considerationsClear communication and strong cross-functional collaboration skillsExperience in contractor sales or customer account management would be an assetWhat's OfferedApproximately $100,000 annually, depending on experienceFull employee benefitsStable, full-time employmentA key role within an established Manitoba truss manufacturerThe opportunity to influence purchasing strategy, inventory performance and plant profitabilityA collaborative workplace working closely with production, sales and operationsIf you understand lumber markets and know how to keep a manufacturing operation supplied while protecting costs and margins, we would like to hear from you.

📌 Sales/ Purchasing Agent (Headingley)
🏢 DMC Recruitment
📍 Headingley