Manager of Fibre Suppl

Manager of Fibre Supply

Thichum Forest Products
qathet Region, British Columbia

Salary Range: $125,000 – $160,000 annually

About Thichum Forest Products
Thichum Forest Products is a growing Indigenous-owned forestry company committed to
sustainable forest management, operational excellence, and creating long-term economic
opportunities within the qathet region and for Tla’amin Nation.

Driven by Thichum’s QBL (Quadruple Bottom Line) vision, the organization is focused on
creating balanced outcomes across economic prosperity, environmental stewardship, cultural
values, and community well-being. Through innovation, strategic partnerships, and responsible
resource management, Thichum continues to build a modern forestry business rooted in longterm sustainability.

As one of the fastest-growing forestry companies on the British Columbia coast, Thichum offers
employees the opportunity to be part of an ambitious and evolving organization helping shape
the future of BC Coastal forestry.

Position Summary
Thichum Forest Products is seeking a motivated and experienced Manager of Fibre Supply to
oversee fibre supply operations and lead key operational teams within the organization. This
leadership role is responsible for managing fibre supply agreements, supervising operational staff
and contractors, and ensuring efficient delivery and handling of fibre to support manufacturing
and operational objectives.

The successful candidate will be a strong communicator and people leader with experience
working in unionized forestry environments and coordinating complex fibre supply logistics.

Key Responsibilities
• Oversee and support supervisors responsible for log dump operations and unionized
dryland sort (DLS) activities
• Manage and administer fibre supply agreements and related operational commitments
• Coordinate fibre flow, inventory management, and delivery logistics
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with contractors, suppliers, customers,
and partners
• Provide leadership and mentorship to operational teams while fostering a positive and
safety-focused culture
• Support strategic planning related to fibre sourcing and long-term operational objectives
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards
• Collaborate with internal forestry, operations, and finance teams to support business
goals
• Participate in budgeting, reporting, and operational performance tracking

Qualifications & Experience
• Experience in forestry operations, fibre supply, log sort, or woodlands management
• Demonstrated leadership experience supervising teams in a unionized environment
• Strong understanding of coastal forestry operations and fibre logistics
• Experience managing contracts or fibre supply agreements is considered an asset
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with First Nations, industry partners, and stakeholders
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence

What We Offer
• Competitive compensation package
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development
• Meaningful work supporting Indigenous economic development and sustainable forestry
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment
• Comprehensive benefits package
• A strong commitment to work-life balance, including paid vacation, paid statutory and
cultural holidays, personal days, and a workplace culture that values family, community,
and employee well-being

Location
This position is based in the beautiful qathet region on British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast.

How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter to Thichum@tmslp.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be
contacted. This application is open until filled.