Buyer

Gowest Gold Ltd•Timmins, ON

35d•Onsite

About The Position

Since 2009, Gowest Gold has expanded its land holdings to over 120 square kilometres in the prolific Timmins gold camp. Our properties are strategically positions along key geological structures, including the underexplored Pipestone Fault, associated with the gold-rich Porcupine-Destor Fault system, which has produced over 145 million ounces of gold across the Abitibi Greenstone Belt. Today, with full ownership of both the Bradshaw Mine and the Redstone Mill, Gowest is uniquely positioned as a fully integrated and growing gold company, advancing from resource production while unlocking long-term potential across our land package. POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Buyer will work with key stakeholders to understand requirements, specifications, and scopes of work (SOW). This is an integral role responsible for demand planning, category strategies and contracts negotiation. As this is a start-up operation, the successful candidate must have a strong focus on building mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce, Purchasing and/or Supply Chain Management considered an asset.
G Class Driver’s License (Required).
A minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role.
Experience successfully utilizing templates, tools and processes such as RFP’s, RFQ’s, and RFI’s.
Mining industry experience desired.
Ability to work both independently and as a collaborative member of a project team.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

SCMP or PMP designation would be an asset.
Mining industry experience desired.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all aspects of procurement processes in a cross functional role including vendor selection and contract negotiations.
Develop, implement, and manage contracts and service level agreements for the procurement of goods, services, and leases.
Identify opportunities for operational and procurement process improvement. Research, develop, and implement innovative tools and techniques.
Act as liaison with participating departments for procurement and contract management as well as attend meetings involving daily procurement organization.
Develop and foster successful, long-term business relationships and ongoing process improvements with key suppliers.
Review non-contracted purchases to identify opportunities for standardization, contracting and cost reduction.
Facilitate the approval, prioritization, and sourcing process for approved capital items.
Perform bid activity for sensitive/highly visible complex bids and cost analysis reporting.
Ensure accurate and timely documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned.