Buyer

**Summary**

We are currently seeking a Buyer to join our team. Reporting to the Procurement Specialist the Buyer is responsible for supporting procurement activities for our mining operations. This role is critical to maintaining the efficiency and reliability of our supply chain by ensuring the timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials, equipment, and services required for mining and maintenance activities.

**Responsibilities**

Working with the Operations and Procurement teams, the Employee shall perform all duties commensurate with the position of a Buyer, which include, but are not limited to, the responsibilities outlined below.

Under the guidance of the Procurement Lead (or designate), the Buyer will be responsible for ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials, equipment, and services to support mine operations, including:

- Work with internal customers regarding purchase requirements
- Daily acquisition and expediting of goods and services
- Supplier sourcing and accountability
- Solicitation and evaluating of bids
- Co-ordination and selection of shipping methods
- Assisting in purchase negotiations with suppliers
- Work with A/P on price discrepancies
- Involvement with long-term purchasing strategies
- Initiating and implementing cost savings/avoidance
- Collecting and tracking supplier Safety documentation
- Supplier prequalification based on safety, quality, service and pricing
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies in all procurement activities

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
- Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field; SCMP designation is an asset
- Minimum 3 years of procurement experience, preferably in mining, heavy industry, or construction
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
- Ability to handle large volume of work and multiple priorities simultaneously
- Mechanical aptitude is an asset

Pay: $37.00-$48.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Gold Bridge, BC