Mineral & Land Acquisition Manager

MLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A global supplier of high-calcium lime products is seeking a Mineral and Land Acquisition Manager to lead the identification, evaluation, and acquisition of mineral reserves. This role involves negotiating agreements for land and mineral rights, collaborating with various teams, and developing long-term strategies for mineral acquisition. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience in mineral resource acquisition and a relevant bachelor's degree. Excellent compensation and growth opportunities are offered in a supportive culture focused on sustainability.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in mineral resource acquisition, land management, or related roles.
• Proficiency in real estate transactions and mining operations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects across regions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the identification, evaluation, and acquisition of mineral reserves and land assets.
• Negotiate surface and subsurface rights with landowners and agencies.
• Monitor market conditions and competitive landscapes.

Skills

Mineral resource acquisition

Land management

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, geology, real estate, engineering, land management, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Title: Mineral and Land Acquisition Manager

Why consider a career at MLC?

MLC was recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces & received an EcoVadis Sustainability Rating for our continued commitment to sustainability in 2025.

• Highly collaborative work environment focused on growth and innovation
• Safety and sustainability are top priorities
• Excellent compensation, benefits, generous perks; focused on employee wellbeing
• Great development and advancement opportunities
• Bring your real self to work, come grow with us!

MLC operates the largest lime facility in the Americas and mines some of the purest limestone reserves in the world…and we are global! The company is committed to development and employee satisfaction. Join our outstanding team!

About The Job

The Mineral & Land Acquisition Manager leads the identification, evaluation, and acquisition of mineral reserves and land assets to support MLC’s long‑term growth strategy. This role blends mineral resource development, land management, and commercial negotiation to secure and manage high‑value limestone reserves across multiple regions.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and develop limestone mineral reserves to support long‑term business needs
• Build and manage a pipeline of mineral and land acquisition opportunities, including leases, purchases, and other agreements
• Negotiate surface and subsurface rights with landowners, government agencies, and strategic partners
• Conduct due diligence, title research, and ownership verification for targeted properties
• Collaborate with geology, operations, finance, and supply chain teams on feasibility studies, mine plans, and investment decisions
• Develop long‑term mineral acquisition strategies and annual capital spending plans
• Monitor market conditions, competitive landscapes, and regional resource trends
• Support permitting, regulatory compliance, and community engagement efforts related to mine development

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, geology, real estate, engineering, land management, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in mineral resource acquisition, land management, or related roles
• Working knowledge of real estate transactions, mining operations, environmental permitting, and mineral economics
• Demonstrated experience negotiating leases, land purchases, and mineral rights agreements
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects across regions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Willingness to travel up to 60%
• Active real estate license or willingness to obtain within the first year

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in limestone, aggregates, or other industrial mineral sectors
• Familiarity with GIS, mine planning tools, and land management software
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to research, synthesize, and present large datasets
• Proven ability to work independently while collaborating cross‑functionally
• Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable operating with urgency

The Fine Print

Benefits and perquisites may vary based on the nature and location of each job.

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About MLC

MLC, headquartered in St. Louis, Mo., is a leading global supplier of high‑calcium lime products and technical solutions. These offerings bring essential performance and value to a broad range of market applications, including metals, construction, chemical synthesis, water and emissions treatment, glass, textiles, plastics, rubber, agriculture, foods and beverages. With over a century in business, MLC has built a reputation on the quality of its products and services, as well as an unwavering commitment to safety, sustainability and service. The company’s expanding global footprint includes a diversified, reliable network of production and distribution facilities in the U.S., as well as in the UK through our Singleton Birch business. For more information, visit https://www.mlc.com/.