Buyer

Job Summary

The Buyer is responsible for the timely procurement of materials, equipment, supplies, and services required to support Great Bear’s ongoing operations, maintenance, construction, development, and other business requirements. The role is responsible for managing the purchase order lifecycle, obtaining competitive quotations, evaluating supplier offerings, expediting deliveries, resolving procurement issues, and maintaining effective supplier relationships to support operational continuity.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Source, procure, and expedite materials, equipment, consumables, and services required to support site operations, maintenance, construction and project activities.
• Manage the full purchase order lifecycle from requisition receipt through purchase order creation, delivery, receipt, invoice resolution, and closeout.
• Create, issue, and manage purchase orders in accordance with Kinross, Great Bear procurement policies, procedures, governance requirements, and Delegation of Authority requirements.
• Obtain, evaluate, and negotiate quotations from suppliers, ensuring best value based on quality, cost, delivery, service, and operational requirements.
• Monitor purchase order status and expedite deliveries to meet operational and project schedules.
• Liaise with site stakeholders to understand procurement requirements and prioritize purchasing activities.
• Coordinate with warehouse and logistics personnel to ensure timely receipt and distribution of materials.
• Investigate and resolve purchase order discrepancies, invoice variations, damaged goods, and supplier related issues.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, vendor documentation, and purchasing data.
• Support inventory management initiatives by reviewing stock levels and identifying opportunities to optimize inventory.
• Participate in supplier evaluations, negotiations, and vendor performance reviews.
• Support sourcing, procurement, and supplier management activities and work closely with Contracts and Procurement personnel as required.
• Work in a healthy work environment with full support, cooperation, and commitment to satisfy our operation’s goal of being accident-free.
• Support a work environment that is aligned with Kinross’ Safeground principles.
• Comply with applicable federal and provincial legislation, regulations, and legal requirements.
• Adhere to all relevant Kinross, Great Bear policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.

Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation or related procurement certification is considered an asset. Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, materials management, or a related role with a mining, industrial, construction, manufacturing, or other operational environment.

• Knowledge of procurement principles, purchasing practices, and supply chain processes.
• Understanding of industrial, mining, construction, or maintenance materials, equipment, and services.
• Experience obtaining and evaluating supplier quotations and supporting sourcing activities.
• Strong supplier relationship management, expediting, and problem-resolution skills.
• Ability to review and interpret technical specifications, scopes of work, supplier quotations, and purchasing documentation.
• Experience with ERP systems; experience in JD Edwards and Omega 365 is an asset.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Benefits

At Kinross, Great Bear, we are committed to Putting People First by fostering employee growth and development, celebrating achievements, and rewarding team success. Benefits offered for this position include:

• Annual Fitness and Mental Health Reimbursement
• Employee Share Purchase Plan, Registered Retirement Savings, and Registered Pension Plans
• 160 Hours of Paid Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Program
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Disability Insurance
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Relocation assistance may be provided to eligible candidates on a case-by-case basis

Work Conditions

This position is based in Red Lake, Ontario. Remote candidates may also be considered, with travel and site presence requirements determined based on business and operational needs. Preference will be given to candidates who are currently based in, or willing to relocate with relocation assistance, to Red Lake. The schedule for this position is 5X2.

Compensation and Total Rewards

The base salary for the Buyer is $90,000.00 to $110,000.00 + Short Term Incentive, + Group Benefit Coverage.

The hiring range reflects our targeted compensation framework for the role. The actual offer will be determined through a comprehensive evaluation of each candidate's experience, capabilities, and potential impact, along with consideration of internal equity, team structure, and benchmark market data for similar positions. In addition to base salary, Kinross offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support employee well-being, performance, and long-term development.

Use of AI in Our Hiring Process

We use AI-enabled tools to help sort and review applications based on job-related criteria. All hiring decisions, including who moves forward in the process, are made by a human.

Existing Vacancy

This job is for an existing vacancy.