The Senior Buyer is responsible for supporting procurement activities for the mine site, including purchase order creation, vendor communication, delivery follow-up, sourcing support, and assisting with contracts and tendering activities. This position works closely with internal departments and suppliers to ensure materials, services, and equipment are purchased efficiently, cost-effectively, and in alignment with operational needs. The Senior Buyer also helps support procurement compliance, supplier performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Areas of Responsibilities & Duties:

The key responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Create, process, and monitor purchase orders, ensuring accuracy, proper approvals, and timely delivery of materials and services.
• Follow up with vendors on order status, shipment schedules, backorders, and urgent requests to support site operations.
• Obtain quotes, review pricing, and assist in negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable commercial terms.
• Work closely with operations, maintenance, warehouse, and other departments to understand purchasing requirements and timelines.
• Support sourcing and tendering activities, including bid requests, quotation analysis, and vendor communications.
• Assist in reviewing vendor proposals and making recommendations based on price, quality, service, and delivery.
• Maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support day-to-day procurement needs.
• Help ensure procurement activities are carried out in accordance with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Maintain accurate purchasing and vendor information in SAP and support data integrity within the system.
• Track and report on order status, supplier performance, and purchasing activity as needed.
• Assist with contract administration and help monitor vendor compliance with agreed terms and conditions.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, improved service, and more efficient procurement processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that align with the site’s safety culture and business objectives.
• Perform duties and activities in a manner that conforms to all safety practices and other policies, procedures, and standards established by the company or required by law.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Required Skills:

• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Strong understanding of purchasing, procurement processes, vendor management, and basic contracts administration.
• Knowledge of SAP system preferred.
• Understanding of products, materials, and services commonly used in mining or heavy industrial environments preferred.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and respond to urgent operational needs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Good negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with a high degree of accuracy.
• Calm demeanor and level-headed approach to troubleshooting and handling issues as they arise.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing positively as part of a team.
• Understanding of related supply chain functions including warehouse, logistics, accounts payable, and cross-functional site support.

Required Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience working in a purchasing, procurement, or supply chain environment.
• Experience with purchase orders, vendor coordination, sourcing, and supplier follow-up required.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, preferred.
• Experience working at a mine site or in a heavy industrial environment, preferred.