Company Description
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.
Haile Gold Mine located in South Carolina is the largest gold mine on the East Coast of America. Our employees are at the heart of all we do. With 84% of our employees living in the surrounding community, they are neighbors and friends as well. Join our team, where your expertise can make a true impact!
Job Description
- Support the continuous improvement and execution of Haile Gold Mine’s purchasing strategy, policies, and guidelines; accountable for value-added, cost savings, and other performance metrics.
- Lead procurement activities for strategic and high-vale goods and services, including mining equipment, reagents, spare parts, and technical services.
- Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and project teams to forecast procurement needs and manage critical supply timelines.
- Perform market analysis to allow competitive bidding for proposals that ensure the company is obtaining pricing and cost that are representative of an open market for best value.
- Maintain confidentiality pertaining to the bidding and procurement process.
- Process and approve purchase orders for material, equipment, and services.
- Provide suggestions to improve transactional practices for activities related to the materials purchasing process.
- Ensure timely and professional service to user departments in the execution of purchase orders.
- Expedite, track, and report on all open orders.
- Know and comply with the current Mining Safety and Health regulations and Haile Gold Mine Supply Chain policies.
- Aid in creating and maintaining processes and reporting for cost savings, purchase trends, and value improvement.
Qualifications
- Two years of purchasing/warehousing experience in a related field preferred.
- Mining experience preferred.
- Knowledge of Pronto, Oracle, SAP, or equivalent enterprise level software package preferred.
- Strong verbal, written, analytical, persuasive skills, and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of suppliers, employees, and management.
- Good time management skills and ability to effectively prioritize work is essential.
- Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills.
Physical Requirements:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs, talk, hear, and see.
- Work is in a surface mine plant setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity.
- Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine environment, including hart hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves, and any other protective equipment as required.
Additional Information
WHAT'S ON OFFER:
- Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, 401K, and more
- Great residential location close to Charlotte NC, located between the mountains and sea.
- Long service recognition
- Living Our Values recognition program
- In-office snack shop
- Paid training available and professional development
- Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork
- Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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]
Posting will remain open for 14 days- Must be eligible to work in the USA
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
