Purchaser

Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.

Red Chris is an open-pit copper-gold mine in the famous Golden Triangle of northern British Columbia, situated on the traditional territory of the Tahltan Nation. As a fly-in, fly-out operation, Red Chris is reached via charter flights from multiple locations in BC and Alberta, with teams working on a rotational schedule. Currently an active open-pit producer, Red Chris is poised for an exciting transformation – we are developing a high-value underground block cave that will extend the mine’s life for decades and unlock even more resources. The remote location fosters a close-knit “camp” community where safety and teamwork come first. Working at Red Chris offers an adventurous career at the frontier of mining innovation, with the opportunity to shape a major expansion while enjoying the natural beauty of northern Canada. Our team values strong partnerships with local First Nations and is committed to operating in a safe, inclusive and environmentally responsible way.

Your Impact

Understand company procurement policies and procedures. Timely procurement of goods and services utilizing standardized procurement processes and using ERP system.

Utilize SAP, Ariba and Fieldglass to facilitate streamlined procurement of goods, repairs and services, and ensure POs are available for suppliers on Ariba or Fieldglass.

Proactively identify any SAP Ariba/Fieldglass interface issues that are impacting timely purchaser order issuance to suppliers, raise suitable IT tickets and work with cross functional teams to resolve the issue.

Monitor Ariba/Fieldglass exception queue and collaborate with suppliers, warehouse and AP to perform support on mismatch resolution of services and goods invoices, thereby support resolving payment issues.

• Monitor purchasing queue and ensure orders are issued in timely manner for category of goods and services assigned.
• Collaborate with various functions such as warehouse, end users, inventory controllers, AP to facilitate end-to-end procurement process.
• Facilitate three bids and a buy process to ensure user is getting the best value based on business needs.
• Maintain accurate SAP price files (e.g. info records) for non-contracted catalogued items.
• Facilitate new supplier onboarding on Newmont system.
• Ensures governance and standardization of procurement with preferred suppliers.

Support and proactively drive the company’s safety culture by ensuring all suppliers comply to the appropriate standards and regulations. Supporting the Safety Management System, ensuring a safety-first work culture; applying site safety standards, procedures and policies.

Responsible for key procurement metrics such as PR to PO turnaround time, OSND resolution, PO accuracy, and on time delivery.

Understand Newmont’s obligation under the community Benefit and Co-Management Agreement (IBCA) and work with local community and indigenous procurement group to promote business with local community business partners.

As Part of the Team

Facilitate procurement activities at Red Chris for services and goods in order to maximize the value derived from indirect spend and meet end user’s needs. Preparing RFx documents, collaborating with end users on specifications and scope development, working on clarifications with suppliers, RFx analysis, commercial comparisons, and issue purchase orders in SAP.

Build and maintain strong working relationships with site suppliers, ensuring open communication, timely resolution of any PO related or performance issues and favorable negotiations of any changes to contract terms.

Track key supplier performance and work with cross functional teams to resolve supplier performance and identify initiatives that will require exploring alternative suppliers.

Prerequisites

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field (C.P.M./C.P.S.M. preferred).
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes in SAP, Ariba and Fieldglass.
• Prior experience in managing various indirect goods and services procurement in mining and oil and gas industry is preferred.
• Skilled in SAP, Ariba, Fieldglass and Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work cross-functionally.

Work Environment

This role is remote. Out of province candidates will be required to support BC time zone

Fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Frequent interaction with internal stakeholders and external contractors Focused on safety, collaboration, and delivering value across the supply chain 5X2 working schedule(Monday-Friday)

The expected hourly rate for this role is CA$44.75. This rate is tied to the British Columbia market for jobs performed in British Columbia. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and/or experience. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate’s pay history at other jobs, and by law, Newmont will not seek information about pay history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont.

What's in it for You

• Opportunity to support procurement activities for Red Chris operations.
• Exposure to procurement systems including SAP, Ariba and Fieldglass.
• Opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams across supply chain, finance, warehouse, operations and community partners.
• Involvement in supplier engagement, strategic sourcing activities and procurement governance.
• Opportunity to contribute to local and Indigenous business participation through the Community Benefit and Co-Management Agreement (IBCA).

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