Purchasing Officer

Northern Star Pogo LLC • Fairbanks, AK, US, AK

6d • $28 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Purchasing Officer Lead, the Buyer is responsible for sourcing and selecting suitable suppliers and vendors, ensuring the timely procurement and receipt of goods and services, and managing purchasing activities in accordance with Northern Star Resources' procurement policies and standards. The successful candidate will ensure that purchasing decisions deliver value for money while meeting operational requirements, maintaining supplier relationships, and supporting efficient business operations across the site.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years' experience in purchasing, materials control, procurement, or a related role within an industrial or mining environment.
• Advanced ERP system experience, preferably with Pronto.
• Working knowledge of purchasing, inventory management, and materials control processes.
• Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent planning, time management, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment background check and post-offer physical examination.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate purchasing agreements for goods and services with suppliers and vendors.
• Ensure all purchase orders comply with company policies and procurement procedures.
• Review purchasing policies and procedures, providing recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Promote compliance with purchasing policies and procedures among supervisors and employees.
• Track, record, and report cost savings achieved through procurement initiatives.
• Support site operations by resolving supplier, purchase order, requisition, and goods or service delivery issues.
• Collaborate with the Finance team to resolve invoice discrepancies, pricing issues, and purchase order queries.
• Monitor supplier performance, including pricing, product quality, service levels, and delivery schedules.
• Regularly review outstanding purchase orders and expediting activities to ensure timely receipt of goods and appropriate processing of returns.
• Build and maintain strong internal customer and supplier relationships to optimize procurement processes.
• Demonstrate a proactive, positive attitude while managing competing priorities, meeting deadlines, and resolving issues effectively.
• Travel to operational sites as required.

Benefits

• A permanent position with an extended mine life, providing long-term career stability and job security.
• A competitive remuneration package, including performance bonuses, comprehensive insurance benefits, a 401(k)-retirement plan, and paid leave.
• Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities within a company that is committed to investing in its people.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED