Buyer

Kinross Gold Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinross Gold Corporation seeks an experienced Purchasing Specialist to manage requisitions, POs, and supplier contracts for the site. You will expand the supplier base, evaluate proposals, and coordinate logistics to ensure on-time delivery while upholding safety and environmental standards.

The role requires 3–5 years of purchasing experience, a business-focused degree, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of purchasing and sourcing experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration preferred.
• Ability to analyze situations and make sound decisions.
• Experience operating computerized purchasing and materials management systems and MS Office.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Understanding of mine operations and related maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Handle requisitions and purchase orders; source suppliers and assist with contracts.
• Expand supplier base and evaluate proposals; support contract execution and capex initiatives.
• Coordinate logistics and ensure on-time delivery of materials and services.
• Expedite overdue orders; update ERP with delivery timelines.
• Manage returns, credit requests, and PO modifications.
• Arrange transportation and approve related freight invoices.
• Maintain procurement records and support on-call rotation.
• Build professional relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Provide timely order-status updates and address discrepancies.

Skills

Purchasing & sourcing

Vendor management

Analytical skills

MS Office

Communication

Time management

Independence / teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration

Tools

ERP system

Procurement software

Job description

Under the direction of the Supply Chain Superintendent, the incumbent is responsible for handling the purchasing of all materials, supplies, services, and equipment for the site while continuously aligning daily functions to reflect the Kettle River Operations.

Essential Functions

• Manage requisitions and purchase orders, source suppliers, assist with the development and negotiation of contracts based on user requirements, and utilize competitive processes to achieve cost savings.
• Expand supplier base, evaluate proposals, and support contract execution and capital expenditure initiatives.
• Coordinate logistics and ensure on-time delivery of materials and services.
• Expedite overdue orders and update ERP systems with current delivery timelines.
• Manage returns, credit requests, and purchase order modifications.
• Arrange transportation and approve related freight invoices.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, perform necessary clerical tasks, and support on-call rotation.
• Maintain professional relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Provide timely updates to end users on order status and critical issues.
• Address discrepancies between purchase orders, invoices, and warehouse receipts.
• Ensure adherence to company procurement policies, safety protocols, and environmental standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• 3-5 years previous purchasing and sourcing experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration preferred.
• Ability to analyze situations, make logical decisions, and choose best course of action.
• Must understand and know how to operate computerized purchasing and materials management systems and standard office equipment.
• Good time management skills and ability to effectively prioritize work is essential.
• General understanding of mine operations, as well as limited understanding of milling and maintenance operations.
• Working knowledge and skill with P.C. utilizing MS Office Suite.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Ability to work independently and also as a member of the team.
• Demonstrates strong administrative, organizational and technical writing skills.
• Valid driver's license and authorized to work in the US.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements

• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Has a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
• Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.
• Creates an environment where nothing is more important than every employee returning home safe and healthy every day.
• Creates an environment in which people are unfailingly treated with respect
• Fosters the talent and potential of all employees by enabling them to grow, develop, and make a difference in the organization.
• Demonstrates that leadership in the areas of environmental performance and community and stakeholder relations is fundamental to the way we plan and manage our business.
• Holds self and others accountable for the decisions, commitments, and behaviors required to deliver outstanding results.
• Uses judgment to manage business complexities, prioritize and balance conflicting demands to make timely decisions that best advance Kinross strategy.
• Builds and brings teams and people together to achieve organizational goals. Models’ humility by going beyond self-interest for the good of the group.
• Understands the economic implications of decisions and consistently uses all resources effectively and efficiently to maximize shareholder value.
• Relentlessly champions, develops and embeds best practices.
• Strategic Effectiveness

Developing and communicating rigorous and creative business strategies that drive sustainable value.

• External Engagement

Understanding and building relationships with external parties that strengthen and sustain competitive advantage.

• Business Focus

Applying commercial rigor and discipline to all business decisions and customer relationships.

• Living the Kinross Values

Aligning behavior, decisions, and actions with Kinross values and principles.

This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to the Supply Chain Superintendent