Category Manager

OceanaGold is a growing mid-tier gold and copper producer listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX). With four operating mines—Haile in the USA, Didipio in the Philippines, and Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand—we are committed to safe, responsible mining that generates strong returns and supports sustainable development.

Our purpose is mining gold for a better future. The gold, copper, and silver we produce power renewable energy, life-saving medical devices, and the technology that connects communities. Beyond this, our operations drive economic growth and improve health and education outcomes in the regions we serve, supporting over 3,700 direct jobs globally.

Guided by our values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork—we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, and invest in, creating lasting value for all our stakeholders.

Reporting to the Vice President – Procurement, this role will support a dynamic work environment with tasks including various activities related to procurement, category & contract management, commercial acumen and stakeholder management.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Develop and embed procurement category management capability and setting standards for influencing results through changed behaviours and a high level of procurement service delivery.
• Developing category Plans, contract management and understanding of supply contract legal terms.
• Competent in building strong supplier relationships.
• Ability to solve problems, engage, and build rapport, demonstrate an ease and enjoyment in negotiation and influencing.
• Analyze market trends and supplier performance to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Demonstrate good communicative skills in explaining the business challenge and the strategy under development and encouraging skill in project management.
• Create work plans and schedules to be executed, accounting for business unit requirements, procurement processes, and the degree of workload intensity require.

• Bachelor level of commercial-related tertiary qualification (Commerce, Law, Supply Chain, or equivalent)
• 5+ years of experience in a combination of commercial/procurement roles, with a proven track record of success, ideally within the mining industry.
• Proven experience as a Category Manager or Senior Procurement Specialist in the mining, resources, or heavy industry sector.
• Skilled in reviewing and understanding contractual terms contained in agreement’s ability to interpret commercial and tactical implementation impacts
• Good understanding of and experience with Pronto
• Successful involvement in complex projects and ability to manage competing deadlines within tight timeframes and experience in Contract Management/Sourcing/ Vendor Management / Supplier Relationship Management.
• Sound knowledge of contract law and legislative requirements associated with procurement and negotiation.

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonuses
• Discounts on retail and services
• Premium post ride facilities
• Wellness room
• Office surrounded by restaurants, shops and a short stroll to Southbank Parklands
• Living Our Values recognition program
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected
   

YOU MATTER: OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We believe a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. Should you require any assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at [email protected]
 

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