Director, Global Materials Management

Newmont Mining Corporation•Denver, CO

8d•$143,200 - $204,500•Hybrid

About The Position

Lead the development and execution of a global, integrated materials management strategy to improve inventory management performance, strengthen demand and supply planning, and enable consistent governance, systems, and data-driven decision-making across operating sites. As Global Process Owner for Materials Management, this role partners with Asset Management, Operations, Regional Supply Chain, and regional Materials Management, Transport, and Logistics teams to deliver strategic initiatives and sustainable improvements. The position is based at Newmont’s Denver, Colorado corporate headquarters with hybrid-work flexibility. The role drives a 3–5 year Global Materials Management roadmap, inventory optimization, service-level improvement, working-capital performance, and standardized planning and warehouse processes. It also leads adoption of digital tools and GenAI solutions, builds organizational capability through change management and training, and develops a high-performing team while fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and safety-focused culture.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Significant experience in materials management, inventory management and optimization, warehousing, logistics, and large-scale business transformation.
Strong knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP or equivalent, inventory management systems and control processes, master data governance, BOM management, and planning methodologies.
Proven expertise in demand and supply planning, inventory control, warehouse operations, and process standardization.
Experience leading complex cross-functional programs and influencing stakeholders across global organizations.
Demonstrated ability to use data, digital technologies, and GenAI to improve operational performance and business outcomes.
Strong communication, leadership, change management, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree.
Relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

Manage and improve global governance, standards and policies, master data standards, and system requirements for consistent materials management and more efficient inventory control.
Develop and drive delivery of a 3–5 year Global Materials Management roadmap with Asset Management, Operations, and Regional Supply Chain.
Drive inventory optimization, service-level improvement, and working-capital performance in alignment with operational and corporate objectives.
Align demand planning, supply planning, inventory execution, and warehouse operations through standardized processes and performance measures.
Define and promote best practices for warehousing, storage, preservation, and materials handling.
Lead adoption of enabling technologies, digital platforms, optimization tools, and GenAI solutions to enhance forecasting, planning, and decision-making.
Collaborate with and support Regional Materials Management, Transport, and Logistics teams to align and execute strategic initiatives.
Build organizational capability through change management, training, and continuous improvement programs.
Lead and develop a high-performing team and foster an inclusive, collaborative, and safety-focused culture.
Influence across functions, regions, and organizational levels to advance inventory management, planning excellence, operational efficiency, and digital transformation.