Superintendent - Procurement & Supply Chain

OceanaGold Corporation; Macraes; On-site; NZD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Residential role

Long weekend roster: 9-day fortnight

Competitive salary + bonus

Healthcare & life insurance

Study assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health & wellbeing allowances

Discounts on retail/services

Free transport to work

Long service recognition

Job summary

OceanaGold Corporation is seeking a senior leader to head Supply Chain & Procurement for its Otago operations, including Waihi and Macraes. The role provides strategic leadership across procurement, sourcing, contract administration, inventory, warehousing and logistics to ensure safe, cost-effective supply of goods and services.

You will drive governance, risk management and compliance, optimise working capital and partner with Group Procurement to deliver enterprise initiatives, while leading

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in logistics, distribution or supply chain management or similar.
• Full and current driver licence; ability to drive manual vehicles preferred.
• Previous management and supervisory experience is required.
• A minimum of 7 years managing purchasing, warehousing and logistics is required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Group Procurement to implement enterprise procurement strategies for NZ operations.
• Identify and deliver sustainable value through strategic sourcing and inventory optimisation.
• Lead improvement programmes to enhance service levels and reduce total cost of ownership.
• Monitor market conditions and supplier risks to proactively manage challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Procurement management

Logistics management

Education

Tertiary qualification in Logistics / Distribution / Supply Chain Management

Job description

OceanaGold is a global intermediate gold and copper producer with more than 35 years of exploration, development and operating experience. We have four operating mines - Haile in the USA, Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand, and Didipio in the Philippines and a global workforce of ~5,400 employees and contractors.

Our people, assets, and strategy are core to our success. Guided by our values-Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork,we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, supply and invest in, to create value. We are committed to safe and responsible mining that generates strong returns and contributes to sustainable development in the regions where we operate. OceanaGold is listed on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges (TSX: OGC; NYSE: OGC).

Job Description

As the result of an internal promotion we now have an exciting job vacancy to lead the Supply Chain & Procurement function for our New Zealand operations. This role provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of the function, including procurement, sourcing, contract administration, inventory management, warehousing, logistics, materials planning and supplier performance management.

The role is accountable for delivering sustainable commercial value, supply assurance, inventory optimisation and operational excellence while maintaining robust governance, risk management and compliance standards. Through strong stakeholder engagement, effective leadership and continuous improvement, the position ensures the reliable, efficient and cost-effective supply of goods and services that support safe, productive and sustainable operations across Waihi and Macraes.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Group Procurement to implement enterprise procurement strategies, category plans and sourcing initiatives within New Zealand operations.
• Identify and deliver sustainable commercial value through strategic sourcing, supplier collaboration, demand management, inventory optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead business improvement programmes that enhance service levels, reduce total cost of ownership, optimise working capital and improve supply chain resilience.
• Monitor market conditions, supplier risks and industry developments to proactively manage supply challenges and opportunities, working with Group Procurement to leverage market intelligence and supplier insights.
• Provide strategic commercial advice and support to operational leaders on procurement, contracting, inventory and supply chain matters.
• Partner with Group Procurement on sourcing, tendering and contract management activities, ensuring local requirements are effectively represented, and enterprise procurement opportunities are maximised.
• Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships, working collaboratively with Group Procurement to improve supplier performance, commercial outcomes, innovation and supply assurance.
• Ensure effective management of transportation, logistics and warehousing activities to support operational requirements.
• Lead inventory optimisation initiatives to improve asset availability while managing working capital effectively.
• Ensure effective materials planning processes are maintained to support operational reliability and minimise stock-outs.
• Ensure compliance with OceanaGold Group Standards, policies, delegations of authority and governance frameworks.
• Maintain effective procurement controls, audit readiness and assurance processes across all Procurement & Supply Chain activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legal, regulatory and contractual obligations.
• Identify and manage commercial, operational and supply chain risks through appropriate controls and mitigation strategies.
• Support internal and external audit activities and implement actions arising from audit findings.
• Lead, coach and develop a geographically dispersed team across Procurement, Warehousing, Inventory & Materials Management and Contract Administration functions.
• Demonstrate visible safety leadership and actively promote a culture where safety is prioritised in all activities and decisions.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Logistics / Distribution / Supply Chain Management or similar is preferred.
• Full and Current Driver Licence, ability to drive manual vehicles is preferred.
• Previous management and supervisory experience is required.
• A minimum of 7 years of managing purchasing, warehousing and logistics is required.

Additional Information

WHAT'S ON OFFER

• Residential role, live and work in the stunning region of Otago, NZ.
• Enjoy a long weekend every other week with a 9-day fortnight roster
• Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus
• Discounts on retail and services
• Free Southern Cross Healthcare and Life Insurance
• Long service recognition
• Living Our Values recoginition program
• Health and wellbeing allowances
• Free transport to work
• Study assistance
• 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 [e-mail]

Applications close 23 October 2026. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED