Purchaser

Position Overview:

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The Purchaser is responsible for sourcing,procuring, and managing the supply of goods and servicesrequiredto support

Company operations. This role ensures thetimelydelivery of materials, equipment, and services whilemaintainingcostefficiencyandquality standards while aligning with the Supply Chain Policy.

The role reports to the Logistics Superintendentandcoordinateswith all departments.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of procurement practices, and the unique demands of the mining industry and act ethically and in the best interests of the Company.

• Procurement Management:
  • Source andprocureequipment, materials, and services to support Company activities.
  • Negotiate pricing, and terms with suppliers based upon technical requirements provided by End Usersto achieve the best economic outcomes for the Company.
  • Ensuretimelydelivery of materials,equipment and services to meet Company schedules.
  • Collaborate with Company stafftooptimizedelivery timingand inventory management.
  • Monitor andmaintaininventory levels to prevent shortages or overstocking.
  • Maintain accurate,complete and up to date records in the Company’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
  • Utilize the ERP functionality to assist with forecasting demand, order entry and tracking, report generation and etc.
• Vendor Management:
  • Identifyandprepareevaluations of potential suppliers to ensure quality,timeliness and reliability.
  • Conduct periodic vendor reviews to assess performance and compliance with contracts/agreements and Company expectations; to occur at least quarterly for primary suppliers.
  • Take a long-term viewwith strategic suppliers for key commodities.
• Compliance and Documentation:
  • Ensure compliance with Company policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements.
  • Utilize the ERP system tomaintainaccuraterecords of purchase ordersandsupporting documentation.
  • Ensure that all Vendor agreements aremaintainedintheassigned location and following file/folder naming conventions on the Company’s server
  • Monitor and report on procurement metrics, including value obtained (cost and quality metrics) andvendorperformance.
• Obtain Best Value:
  • Monitormarkettoidentifyopportunitiesto enhance value to the Company.
  • Mitigate risks by maintaining a database of alternate supply sourcesanddevelopcontingency plans.
  • Maintain market awareness toanticipateand recommend actions to minimize supply chain disruptions.

• Associate’s degree in business or recognized designation in Procurement Management,ora related field.
• 2+ years of experience in procurement,preferably in the mining or heavy industry sector.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes and supplier management.
• Familiarity with mining equipment, materials, and industry-specific requirements is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment witha strong attention to detail.

• Willing and able to adapt and learn
• Self-starter
• Effective time management and prioritization abilities
• Team-oriented with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate across departments
• Commitment to ethical procurement practices and integrity