The Timber Acquisition Specialist is responsible for managing Hunt's portfolio of assets, including strategy development, asset valuation and execution of value-accretive transactions to optimize capital and deliver the most value from every acre of Hunt Forest Products, LLC, acreage portfolio.

This role brings a mix of transactional experience, forest products business acumen and a passion for working among a high-performance team to execute successful transactions that upgrade the company's portfolio and optimize return on assets. The successful candidate is a self-starter who creates and maintains strong internal and external relationships and is energized by solving diverse challenges in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with exposure to senior leadership.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional teams to evaluate the portfolio across all geographical regions and identify and evaluate acquisition and divestiture candidates consistent with portfolio strategy.
• Lead acquisition and divestiture transactions through arranging and overseeing due diligence and underwriting activities, including assessing property data; researching operational considerations and legal encumbrances; designing and coordinating physical and legal due diligence, and supporting closing and post-closing procedures.
• Build and cultivate strong relationships across an external network of trading partners, consultants, service providers and other transaction stakeholders.
• Cultivate strong internal relationships to lead highly effective cross functional teams and deliver on project timelines.
• Engage with third party transactions service providers, including negotiating related contracts.
• Monitor the industrial timberland market and analyze comparable sales and market trends in strategic timber markets.
• Develop and present recommendations to leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Technical capacity with an aptitude for math and statistics
• Problem solving/analysis and investigative skills.
• Detail oriented
• Quality focus
• Client relationship and communication proficiency (oral and written)
• Organizational skills
• Self-motivated and ability to multi-task
• Negotiation skills
• Collaboration skills

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in forestry, natural resource management or related field
• Knowledge of forestry and timber harvesting practices
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Understanding of environmental regulations and sustainability principles
• Ability to analyze and interpret data related to timber inventories.
• Knowledge of local timber markets and pricing trends
• Experience with contract management and legal aspects of timber acquisition.
• Proficiency in using forestry software and GIS tools (Geographic Information Systems) is a plus
• Willingness to travel and work in various outdoor conditions.

Ruston is home to Louisiana Tech University and neighbor to Grambling State University, both providing a vibrant community with numerous cultural and recreational opportunities. Hunt's emphasis on work-life balance and our attractive benefits package makes it an appealing choice for professionals seeking a rewarding career in Ruston, LA.

Our benefits include:
Medical, Dental, Vision begin day one
Voluntary supplemental policies for cancer, accident, & hospital
Company paid life insurance
Voluntary life insurance
Company paid disability, short and long term
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401K Retirement Plan, enroll after 90 days
401K Employer match, each pay period
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Nine paid holidays

Hunt Forest Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all applications will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age (40 and above), disability, religion, national origin, or any other protected status where otherwise qualified.