Editor - B2B Media Company

About LBM Journal
LBM Journal is the leading media company serving the lumber and building materials industry. We connect dealers, distributors, and manufacturers through trusted editorial content, research, and events. Our audience relies on us not just for information—but for insight. We deliver insightful content through our print magazine published 11 times annually, a daily e-newsletter, annual conference, and various digital platforms to keep industry professionals informed and inspired. As a privately-held company, our core mission is to serve, celebrate, and advance the LBM community.

The Opportunity
We’re looking for an Editor who can own and elevate the voice of LBM Journal across print, digital, and multimedia platforms.

You’ll be shaping coverage, building relationships across the industry, and producing content that industry leaders read and trust.

What You'll Do

• Lead the editorial vision and strategy across magazine, website, newsletters, and digital channels
• Write, assign, and edit feature stories, news, profiles, and industry analysis
• Identify trends, issues, and opportunities that matter to LBM professionals
• Conduct interviews with executives, dealers, and subject-matter experts
• Plan and execute editorial calendars aligned with industry events and business cycles
• Oversee special projects including surveys, research, and data-driven features
• Engage with the audience through events, webinars, and industry conferences
• Build relationships with key voices across the industry—and become one yourself
• Manage freelance contributors and ensure deadlines and quality standards are met
• Collaborate with sales and marketing on sponsored content and custom projects (while maintaining editorial integrity)

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of editorial experience (B2B or trade publishing strongly preferred)
• Strong writing, editing, and interviewing skills
• Ability to make complex topics clear, relevant, and engaging
• Experience managing contributors and editorial workflows
• Comfort working across print and digital platforms
• Curiosity about business, markets, and how industries operate
• Willingness to travel to industry events and build relationships

Pay: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

• Tell us about a time you identified an important industry trend or topic before it was widely covered. How did you turn that into content, and what was the result?
• Describe how you’ve managed an editorial calendar across multiple platforms (print, web, email, etc.). How did you prioritize and keep everything on track?
• Give an example of how you’ve worked with sales or marketing on sponsored or custom content. How did you balance business goals with editorial integrity?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lakeville, MN 55044