Michael Tanner Norman
Ronceverte,WV
Summary
Reliable leader with extensive experience at West Virginia Great Barrel Company, excelling in wood procurement and team management. Proven track record in maximizing resource utilization and implementing effective marketing strategies. Skilled in financial oversight and fostering strong communication, driving projects to success while ensuring quality and efficiency in operations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Wood Strategies
West Virginia Great Barrel Company
08.2024 - Current
- Led a team to maximize wood procurement and utilization from the sawmill and two stave mills, while assisting with wood waste avenues from the cooperage.
- Managed daily operations and workflow efficiency at a barrel manufacturing facility.
- Supervised staff training and development to enhance team performance.
Log Procurement Manager
West Virginia Great Barrel Company
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Managed log buyers to procure White oak stave logs at optimal volume and price, ensuring quality barrel production.
- Oversaw log buyers in marketing and selling Veneer logs, enhancing log utilization.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Developed procurement strategies to optimize purchasing processes and reduce costs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align procurement goals with company objectives.
Log Buyer/ Timber Procurement Manager
West Virginia Great Barrel Company
12.2018 - 12.2021
- Located and procured logs and timber tracts to operate three stave mills and one double shift mill.
- Purchased 10-12 million board feet of white oak annually.
Forester/ Procurement, Log Sales
Allegheny Wood Products
05.2017 - 11.2018
- Located trees and forest plots through use of GPS, aerial and satellite data.
- Marked timber for stand improvement, general thinning and economic purposes.
- Inspected logging sites to ensure that best management practices are being followed.
Forester
Plum Creek/WEYERHAEUSER
06.2016 - 08.2016
- $18.50/hour
Forester
Plum Creek
06.2015 - 08.2015
- $16.50/hour
Log yard employee/Forest technician
Mullican Flooring
09.2012 - 08.2014
- Scale Logs
- Mark resale logs
- Mark boundary lines
- $10.50/hour
Education
Bachelor of Science - Forest Resource Management
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05.2017
Associate of Science - Forest Management Technologies
Dabney S. Lancaster Community College
Clifton Forge, VA05.2015
Wind Turbine Technician Certification -
Dabney S. Lancaster Community College
Clifton Forge, VA12.2012
Basic Studies - English 101, English 102, MATH 104-Math for industrial trades
New River Community College
Lewisburg, WV05.2012
Skills
- Wood procurement
- Timber assessment
- Resource management
- Marketing strategy
- Project coordination
- Sustainable forestry
- Leadership skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Effective communication
- Diligence and dedication
- Leadership
- Personable demeanor
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Manager of Wood Strategies
West Virginia Great Barrel Company
08.2024 - Current
Log Procurement Manager
West Virginia Great Barrel Company
01.2022 - 08.2024
Log Buyer/ Timber Procurement Manager
West Virginia Great Barrel Company
12.2018 - 12.2021
Forester/ Procurement, Log Sales
Allegheny Wood Products
05.2017 - 11.2018
Forester
Plum Creek/WEYERHAEUSER
06.2016 - 08.2016
Forester
Plum Creek
06.2015 - 08.2015
Log yard employee/Forest technician
Mullican Flooring
09.2012 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Forest Resource Management
West Virginia University
Associate of Science - Forest Management Technologies
Dabney S. Lancaster Community College
Wind Turbine Technician Certification -
Dabney S. Lancaster Community College
Basic Studies - English 101, English 102, MATH 104-Math for industrial trades
New River Community College