Business Development Analyst (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Full Time

  Green Diamond Resource Company

  Seattle, Washington, United States

POSITION PURPOSE

The Business Development Analyst provides analytical support related to improving Green Diamond’s existing operations, and underwriting proposed acquisitions, divestitures and new business development opportunities for Green Diamond and related entities.  The incumbent will be expected to conduct various forms of analysis including investment modeling, high quality research, and analysis of industry, markets, competitors, internal operations and new business opportunities.

It is expected that the Business Development Analyst will maintain an independent and objective perspective in support of operations.  Job responsibilities will require frequent interaction with members of the Resource Management Team, the financial team and other operating managers in the divisions.

This is a fulltime regular position working out of the Seattle, WA office.  This position reports directly to the Manager of Business Development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (other duties may be assigned)

  • Participate in the analysis and underwriting of major investment decisions, both at the corporate and division level.
  • Prepare discounted-cash flow models and other financial analysis in support of potential management actions, primarily related to new timberland acquisitions; provide support in developing underlying key assumptions; support due diligence efforts as requested.
  • Provide analytical, due diligence and market research support for strategic initiatives as requested.
  • Prepare presentation material for discussion with management, the Board of Directors and special meetings; assemble presentation packages from multiple sources to develop and produce crisp, concise memoranda.
  • Analyze historical commodity log and lumber price trends and assist in development of long-term log price projections for capital-related decision analysis.
  • Conduct analysis of past investments to determine whether anticipated results were realized; analyze the variances; document the learnings.
  • Maintain current with competitor actions and emerging industry developments to identify opportunities.
  • Respond to ad hoc requests for industry information and analysis.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry, Engineering or other technical curriculum required; advanced degree desirable and could substitute for years of experience.
  • Minimum 2 to 3 years operational experience in forestry or other natural resource industry.
  • Thorough-understanding of financial concepts, investment evaluation methodologies and terms (e.g. discounted cash flow analysis, capital decision making criteria, cost of capital, etc.).
  • Exposure to financial modeling process; advanced personal computer skills required, particularly in Excel.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to function in a team environment and influence others not in a direct reporting relationship.
  • Ability to identify pertinent information required by decision makers and make clear, concise recommendations based on facts and data.
  • Strategic and creative thinker.
  • Commitment to superior work product with capacity to manage quality, accuracy and consistency.
  • Ability and confidence to work independently and prioritize assignments effectively.
  • Resourceful approach to problem solving.
  • Intellectually curious.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong work ethic, capacity to multi-task, self-motivated, capable of dealing with ambiguity.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK Environment:

  • This position is located in the Seattle Corporate Office. 
  • Normal office environment with moderate noise levels, occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs., regular walking, sitting, bending, twisting, standing and reaching.
  • Travel required to operating divisions to meet with employees and maintain visibility, requiring ability to drive an automobile, walk through forested areas, across uneven terrain and unpaved roads.
  • Ability to perform consistent work on a PC.
  • This position is a Physical and Mental Requirement Classification 1.