Forestry & Outdoor Products Specialist

Job Description

The Forestry/Outdoor Products Specialist will handle a variety of responsibilities for Forestry Suppliers, Inc., including:

• Lead the process of sourcing new products that would benefit FSI's varied customer base

• Assist customers with product selection, support, and usage training for forestry and other outdoor/natural resource professions

• Attend conventions/trade shows related to forestry and other outdoor professions

• Assist as a product expert in the production and proofing of marketing materials

• Support other departments when product knowledge is needed

Required Skills and Expertise

• Natural resource-related bachelor’s degree (such as forestry, wildlife management, natural resources) and work experience

• Excellent verbal, personal, and computer skills

• Ability to work with a group

• Self-starter and capable of working well alone

• Excellent driving record

• Excellent office and clerical skills, including experience with Microsoft Office software

The position is located in person in Jackson, Mississippi. Normal working hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Competitive salary with excellent benefits with a long-time stable company.

We are seeking an applicant who exhibits:

• Integrity of the highest degree

• A utility player mentality who is enthusiastic about learning new skills and generating innovative solutions to solve work challenges and identify opportunities

• A confident, friendly, positive attitude that shows everything you do as a welcome opportunity to learn more about Forestry Suppliers, Inc.

• An ability to treat confidential material appropriately

• Ability to learn quickly and prioritize effectively

• Excellent communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and effectively

• No phone calls, please.

• Note: we do not offer relocation packages.

About Forestry Suppliers, Inc.

When Jim Craig started this company in 1949, customer packages wrapped for Parcel Post were loaded on a Red Wagon and pulled to a nearby post office. Today, Forestry Suppliers, Inc. is a direct-mail supplier for natural resource professionals worldwide.

Our annual catalog and website feature over 10,000 quality products for forestry, environmental science, surveying, engineering, horticulture, grounds maintenance, educational professionals, and more.

And our Red Wagon service continues with product support services including technical support before and after any sale, a bilingual sales staff, experienced customer service representatives, a knowledgeable bid and contract department, and an in-house repair service, all of which reinforce our guarantee of 100% satisfaction.

Forestry Suppliers, Inc. is headquartered in Jackson, Mississippi.

About Our Benefits

Forestry Suppliers is a privately-owned company with almost zero red tape. We are committed to getting things done with as few meetings as possible. With everyone under one roof in downtown Jackson, Mississippi, it's easy to get the answers you need — just walk down the hall.

Some employees have made a career here for more than 40 years! It's easy to do with a great team of people in a strong, stable company that's been in business for more than 70 years.

If you're looking for your forever career home, we think you'll like our down-to-earth atmosphere and our excellent benefits, including:

• Paid holidays (8), including two days at Thanksgiving and at Christmas
• Paid personal time off for vacation, sick leave, etc.
• Profit-sharing retirement plan
• Profit-based bonuses
• Medical and prescription drug benefits with low premiums for individuals and families
• Telehealth medical benefits
• Flex savings account (FSA)
• Vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• College education assistance program
• And more

Equal Opportunity Employer

Forestry Suppliers Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.