Project Procurement Manager - Anchorage, AK

Job Purpose:

The Project Procurement Manager supports the Project by providing senior, project-level leadership for all procurement activities associated with a large-scale, remote mining development in Alaska. The role is accountable for development and execution of the project procurement strategy, governance, budget control, and integration of procurement activities across engineering, construction, logistics, expediting, and supplier quality functions.

This position leads the project procurement team and ensures materials, equipment, and services are procured in alignment with project objectives, execution schedules, Alaska‑specific supply chain constraints, and Worley policies and procedures. The Project Procurement Manager reports to the Alaska Supply Chain Manager and acts as the primary procurement interface with project management and the client.

This is a full‑time, non‑rotational position, located at the Worley Alaska Inc. Anchorage main office, with potential for limited travel to Project Site. Hiring for this role is contingent upon award of the project and final client approval.

• Develop, implement, and maintain the project-specific Procurement Plan in alignment with the Project execution strategy and Worley standards
• Provide leadership and direction to project Buyers, Expediters, and procurement support personnel
• Establish procurement priorities and strategies for long‑lead, high‑risk, and critical mining equipment and services
• Ensure procurement activities support early works, execution readiness, and phased project development

• Oversee commercial strategies, bid evaluations, and major purchase recommendations for compliance with project governance and authorization limits
• Ensure procurement activities comply with Worley policies, client requirements, and applicable regulatory frameworks
• Monitor procurement commitments against project budgets and support cost control and forecasting activities
• Support resolution of complex commercial, contractual, and supplier performance issues

• Act as the primary procurement interface with Project Management, Engineering, Construction, and Project Controls
• Coordinate closely with Logistics to align procurement strategies with approved transportation and staging plans
• Interface with Supplier Quality and Expediting teams to ensure schedule, quality, and delivery risks are actively managed
• Represent the procurement function in project meetings and client engagements

• Ensure procurement strategies account for Alaska‑specific supply chain challenges, including seasonal access constraints, limited vendor availability, and extended logistics lead times
• Support development of mitigation strategies for procurement and supply risks associated with remote mining execution
• Promote effective engagement with Alaska-based suppliers where appropriate and in alignment with project objectives

• Ensure accurate procurement reporting, forecasting, and status visibility for project leadership
• Drive continuous improvement of procurement processes, tools, and team performance
• Support development and mentoring of procurement personnel supporting the project

• Advanced knowledge of procurement and commercial practices for large‑scale mining or major capital projects
• Demonstrated experience leading procurement teams on complex, multi‑discipline projects
• Strong understanding of engineered equipment, construction services, and long‑lead procurement strategies
• Proven ability to manage procurement risk in remote and logistics‑constrained environments, including Alaska or similar regions
• Strong commercial judgment, negotiation capability, and governance awareness
• Ability to integrate procurement activities across logistics, expediting, quality, and project controls
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and enterprise procurement or materials management systems
• Familiarity with Alaska Native Corporations and…