National Hardwood Magazine - August 2011

Profit Opportunities

Profit Opportunities Help Wanted • Business Opportunities • Used Woodworking Machinery & Sawmill Equipment • Used Material Handling Equipment • Panel Production Equipment • Services HELP WANTED EXCELLENT SALES OPPORTUNITY Gulf Coast Shelter, a subsidiary of Shelter Products, Inc., specializes in the sale of all building material products. As a nationally recognized company, we are constantly buying and selling close-out, discontinued, and liquidated inventories. Also, surplus, imported materials from China and hardwood crane mat sales are all a part of our successful business. GCS has two offices located in Laurel, MS and Daphne, AL. We are currently searching for career oriented sales people to join both our Laurel, MS. and Daphne, AL. offices. This is an excellent opportunity to build a high income career with unlimited potential. We are looking for someone with strong interpersonal, problem solving and organizational skills. The ability to work in a fast paced environment under pressure and deadline demands while maintaining a customer service orientation is important. We are searching for: • Some commission based sales experience a plus • High energy with a strong work ethic • Demonstrated customer development and relationship skills • Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple responsibilities • Effective oral and written communication skills • Thrive in a competitive environment • 4 year college degree a plus • Working knowledge of Microsoft software applications and a math aptitude We will support your career growth with: • A results-driven winning team • SPI’s financial strength • Custom designed trader information system • Sales training program • New trader bonus program • Base plus commission • Excellent benefit package • 401(k) Plan with company stock option For a comprehensive look at our company, view our web site at www.gulfcoastshelter.com. and www.shelter-products.com. Send cover letter and resume to kaustin@shelter-products.com or fax to 503.233-2515 We are an Equal Opportunity Employer “Be A Part of One of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies” Sales Representatives Weston Premium Woods is a 60 year old hardwood lumber distributor who is adding to our existing sales team. Offering outstanding earning potential and career growth for the right individual. You should: • Have experience buying and selling lumber products • Be highly motivated with a strong work ethic • Be able to work independently as well as in a team environment • Be entrepreneurial, results oriented and resilient • Be able to develop long lasting customer and supplier relationships • Have an existing customer base with a proven track record • Be confident in selling through price objections If this is you please contact Nico Poulos, npoulos@westonpremiumwoods.com or at 866-385-7778 ALL CLASSIFIED ADS MUST BE PAID IN ADVANCE. .00 per inch Fee for blind box number is .00. DEADLINE: 30 days preceding publication month. For information call: 901-372-8280 Classified advertising will not be accepted for Hardwood products such as lumber, dimension, turnings, veneer, carvings, new dry kilns or dry kiln equipment, etc. SALES REPRESENTATIVE Weston Forest Products: The North American Sales division of Weston Forest Products, located in Mississauga, Ontario and named one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies for 2007 is one of North America’s leading full service distributors of lumber products. We are looking for a Sales Representative to help us expand our Industrial market share in the U.S.A. Weston Forest Products offers a competitive compensation package comprised of: • Competitive salary and bonus – dependent upon experience • Benefits Package • Excellent opportunity for growth and development Offering outstanding earning potential and an opportunity for career growth, the Sales Representative will be responsible for increasing market share into the U.S.A. by generating and maintaining new accounts, building strong customer partnerships and making Weston Forest Products a supplier of choice. The ideal candidate has/had Industrial lumber sales experience, would work from a home office, must be entrepreneurial, a team player, a self starter and have exceptional work ethic with a positive attitude, a university degree or college diploma is an asset. If interested please send a resume to: Michelle Arthurs, Director of Human Resources, Weston Forest Products, 7600 Torbram Road, Mississauga, ON, L4T 3L8, Email: marthurs@ westonforestgroup.com, Fax: 905-677-1639 Wood Products Traders You’re an experienced wood products trader trying to increase sales in tough conditions. We’re a financially strong, global trading company selling a broad mix of hardwood and softwood panels, lumbers & boards, moulding & millwork, flooring and more. And we’re growing. Ready for a change? • Unlimited earning potential • Top-Tier commission structure • An entrepreneurial & flexible culture • Financial strength to support your potential • Nothing to hold you back Apply online. BridgewellResources.com Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All inquiries strictly confidential. DRY KILN OPERATOR Carl Rosenberry and Sons Lumber Inc., Fort Loudon, PA., is looking for an experienced dry kiln operator to take over dry kiln operations. Motivated candidate will be responsible for wood fired boiler system, dry kilns, and green/air dry yard operations. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Please email resume to Bill Rosenberry at bill@rosenberrylumber.com. SERVICES BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY For Sale or Lease Very profitable Northern Ontario Hard Maple Mill, 40 acres/Multiple buildings 55m per shift, Forest License included, 6 Dry Kilns, 3 Primary Breakdown, CN or CP Service available Financing available Call Tom Fox at 406-375-4225 USED MACHINERY FOR SALE ESTERER BK 100 OPTIMIZED EDGER SYSTEM. Complete 1994 two saw lineally optimized edger can be seen in operation until October 2011. 0,000.00 Contact Hunter McShan at McShan Lumber Company. hunter@mcshanlumber.com 205 375-6277 YOUR AD HERE WILL GET RESULTS 58 Hardwoods...The All-Purpose Material

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