Senior Sourcing Lead

Senior Sourcing Lead (15425)

We are IAMGOLD. Innovative, Accountable Mining.

IAMGOLD is a Canadian-based gold mining company with operations and development projects across North America and West Africa. With flagship operations such as the Côté Gold Mine in Ontario—one of Canada’s largest and most technologically advanced gold mines, we’re not just mining gold; we’re shaping the future of mining.

We believe mining can be different. By combining innovation with a strong commitment to sustainability and accountability, we create lasting value for our people and the communities where we operate. At IAMGOLD, when we engage, empower, and support each other, we create extraordinary outcomes—delivering value for our people, partners, and stakeholders while building stronger, more resilient communities.

At Côté Gold, we’re leading the way in modern mining. With an 18+ year mine life, Côté Gold will inject C$5billion in wages into the economy and create lasting benefits for the region. Over 600 full‑time jobs and strong partnerships with Mattagami and Flying Post First Nations mean you’ll be part of something bigger—building prosperity and progress for generations. Industry leaders call us "a model for modern mining and sustainability", and you can help write the next chapter.

About the role

We’re actively searching for a Senior Sourcing Lead, Strategic Sourcing & Category Management to join IAMGOLD at the Côté Gold Mine. Reporting to the Manager, Supply Chain, this role is based on a 7-on/7-off site rotation (with flexible hybrid options considered) and leads a team of two while driving strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier performance initiatives.

This role directly supports IAMGOLD's purpose by delivering sustainable value through effective procurement strategies, strong supplier partnerships, and operational excellence. By optimizing supply chain performance and enabling critical site operations, the Senior Sourcing Lead helps maximize the success and long‑term sustainability of the Côté Gold Mine.

Responsibilities:

Develop and execute category strategies across contracted services, maintenance, consumables, and professional services.

Lead end-to-end sourcing events, including RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, and contract award processes.

Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, and total cost of ownership assessments to drive value.

Negotiate high‑value contracts and partner with Legal to secure favourable commercial outcomes.

Manage supplier performance through KPIs, scorecards, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Identify savings opportunities, optimize spend, and enhance procurement processes and ERP utilization.

Lead, coach, and develop a team of procurement professionals while strengthening sourcing capabilities.

Partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, and project stakeholders to deliver strategic procurement solutions and manage supply chain risk.

Qualifications

Key Skills & Knowledge

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field.
• SCMP or CIPS designation strongly preferred; CPP, C.P.M., or CPSM considered an asset.
• 5 to 8 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement within a complex operational environment.
• 3+ years of leadership experience, with a professional procurement designation (SCMP, CIPS, CPP, C.P.M., CPSM) completed or in progress.
• Proven success leading competitive sourcing events, contract negotiations, and commercial agreements.
• Experience leading, mentoring, or developing procurement professionals, with strong stakeholder management skills.
• Mining, heavy industry, oil & gas, or construction experience preferred; familiarity with Oracle ERP (or similar) and Indigenous contracting considered strong assets.

Skills & Strengths We Value

• Ability to build strong cross‑functional relationships and effectively influence stakeholders across Operations, Finance, and Legal.
• Proven leadership skills with experience coaching, developing, and motivating teams in a high‑performance environment.
• Strong commercial and analytical acumen, with the ability to negotiate contracts, manage risk, and deliver measurable business value.
• Experience driving supplier performance, continuous improvement, and change initiatives to enhance procurement and operational outcomes.

What we Offer

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Extended health, dental, and insurance benefits for peace of mind.
• Flexible Spending Power – Health & Personal Spending Accounts to fit your evolving needs.
• Support When It Matters – Employee & Family Assistance Program for life’s challenges.
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