Commodity Forest Products Manager at LBM Advantage

Summary: LBM Advantage is seeking a Department Manager to lead our Forest Products team in our Conroe, TX office. In this role, you’ll drive sales growth, manage budgets and P&Ls, lead a team of Traders and also manage a portfolio of accounts directly. You’ll build strong relationships with members and vendors, identify new business opportunities, and implement strategies to expand market presence.

Essential functions:

• Lead, mentor, and motivate team to achieve sales goals
• Develop and execute sales and business strategies
• Manage budgets, P&L, and departmental performance
• Maintain relationships with members and vendors
• Handle assigned accounts directly, as needed.
• Provide the highest level of support and service to the LBM Advantage members
• Work closely with other Forest Products Managers to ensure alignment, collaboration, and consistent execution of the division's overall mission and goals.
• Travel as needed for member/vendor visits, trade shows, and regional meetings

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position oversees a team of seven employees, including both in-office and remote staff

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work:

• Full-time, in office, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (40 hours/week)

Work Environment:

• Professional office environment with standard equipment (computers, phones, copiers, etc.).

Physical Demands:

• Primarily sedentary; regular verbal communication required

Travel:

• Primarily local; some overnight and out-of-area travel required

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma
• Minimum 5 years of sales and buying experience
• Minimum 2 years of management experience
• Experience in the lumber and building materials industry
• Strong business acumen and relationship building skills
• Results-driven, strategic thinker with excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• College degree