Goldstrike - Buyer

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) employer match

Paid time off

Company clinics

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines in Elko, NV is seeking a Buyer to join our Supply Chain team. You will secure timely, cost-effective, and compliant materials by managing sourcing, vendor relationships, and delivery processes while maintaining accurate data.

The position emphasizes collaboration, adherence to procurement standards, and continuous improvement to support operations and sustainability across our Nevada operations.

Qualifications

• 0–4 years of procurement experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED; Bachelor's in Business or related field preferred.
• Familiar with fundamental procurement concepts and processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Procurement Execution (P2P / Negotiation): Ensure successful procurement of goods through effective supply agreements in terms of costs, quality, quantity, warranty, and consistency in availability.
• Sourcing: Acquire materials according to operation requirements, achieving best total cost of ownership and quality; source using SAP Ariba where applicable.
• Vendor / Supplier Management: Maintain relationships with key suppliers and ensure compliance with supply, delivery, e-Business, and invoicing requirements.
• Operational & Logistics Management: Coordinate expediting, ensure correct incoterms, and monitor open POs to support continuity of supply.
• Data, Systems, And Reporting: Maintain purchasing data, use ERP dashboards, and ensure data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Site-Specific Responsibilities: Administer purchase requisitions, ensure timely service, and identify potential vendors.
• General: Be available for after-hours procurement, participate in training, and uphold ESG policies.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

Vendor management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Accounting

Tools

SAP Ariba

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you!

Position Description

JOB DESCRIPTION
Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you!
Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Buyer with our Supply Chain team to secure timely, cost-effective, and compliant materials by managing sourcing, vendor relationships, and delivery processes while maintaining accurate data and supporting continuous improvement to meet operational and sustainability standards.

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

Responsibilities

• Procurement Execution (P2P / Negotiation):
• Ensure successful procurement of goods through effective supply agreements in terms of costs, quality, quantity, warranty, and consistency in availability.
• Support continuity and correctness of supply to support the operations requirements for all supply agreements.
• Support price discussions and validate pricing in line with agreements.
• Execute and manage the emergency PO process, ensuring that emergency goods are ordered and delivered.
• Provide suggestions to improve transactional practices for activities related to the materials purchasing process.

• Sourcing:
• Acquire materials according to the operation’s requirements, obtaining the best total cost of ownership, term of execution, and quality conditions, sourcing using SAP Ariba, where applicable under the Procurement Standard guidelines.
• Escalate non-standard procurement situations to the appropriate authority to ensure compliance with policies.
• Support sourcing activities by preparing RFQs and compiling recommendations.

• Vendor / Supplier Management:
• Collaborate with suppliers and provide support for the supplier onboarding processes.
• Maintain successful, long-term relationships with key suppliers.
• Ensure supplier compliance with supply, delivery, e-Business and invoicing procedural requirements.
• Maintains and facilitates updates of vendor information in collaboration with vendor maintenance.
• Work directly with multiple departments to meet procurement and fulfillment needs critical to the operation.

• Operational & Logistics Management:
• Coordinate the expediting processes and monitor delivery status.
• Ensure appropriate incoterms are applied and goods are delivered to site accordingly.
• Monitor open purchase orders and follow up on routine delivery delays to support continuity of supply.

• Data, Systems, And Reporting:
• Maintain and support all purchasing data, including but not limited to POs, info records, etc., and utilize reports in ERP.
• Utilize ERP and ensure that data is accurate and up to date and resolve any issues as required, including data related to IDP.
• Run/use dashboards/reports to properly manage the workload for the function.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all corporate information.

• Site-Specific Responsibilities:
• Administer, coordinate, and process of purchase requisitions (i.e., contracts, purchase orders, etc.) for goods. Ensure consistency and compliance with terms and conditions, guidelines, procedures, and signing authorities of the organization.
• Ensure timely and professional service to user departments in the execution of purchase orders.
• Assist in identifying potential vendors based on changes in business needs, including seeking lower cost, higher quality, or more on-time vendors
• Maintains and updates vendor information.
• Identify potential cataloging opportunities and submit required forms to Inventory Control.

• General:
• Be available for after-hour emergency procurement activities when the scheduled rotation for “on call” is in place.
• Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation where relevant to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
• Ensure compliance with Barrick/Nevada Gold Mines’ Social Responsibility, Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and regulations by maintaining a safe, responsible, and sustainable working environment that protects people, the community, and the operation.
• Apply and maintain approved sourcing, procurement, and operating procedures and systems; and support continuous improvement by implementing processes to agreed standards and identifying areas for improvement.
• Perform other duties or special assignments as required.

KPIs

• Electronically sourced %
• % of POs created for guided buying-applicable purchases
• PR to PO cycle time
• Spend on contract %
• Local spend %
• Supplier DIFOT %
• % of PO lines electronically transacted
• Service Level %, Stock out percentage overall & vs. Due's out
• POs created after invoice received

Competencies

• Accuracy
• Dutifulness
• Negotiating
• Planning
• Client focus
• Result oriented
• Cooperation
• Integrity
• Service oriented
• Analyzing and forming opinions

Qualifications

• Minimum of 0-4 years of directly related procurement experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience are preferrable.
• High School Diploma or GED (required); Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Accounting, or related field (preferred); or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with fundamental concepts, practices, and processes in Procurement.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook).

What We Can Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
• Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

About Nevada Gold Mines

Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.