Purchaser

Origin Mining Company; Arizona; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Origin Mining Company seeks a Purchaser to source and procure equipment, materials, and services for mining operations, ensuring timely delivery and cost efficiency. The role requires collaboration with multiple departments and a focus on maintaining records and inventory control within the ERP system.

You will support supplier evaluations, negotiate terms, and contribute to cost-saving initiatives while upholding safety, compliance, and ethical practices across our operations.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in business or Procurement Management, or related field.
• 2+ years of procurement experience in mining or heavy industry.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes and supplier management.
• Familiarity with mining equipment and industry requirements is desirable.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure equipment, materials, and services to support operations.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers to achieve best value.
• Ensure timely delivery and maintain inventory alignment with schedules.
• Maintain ERP records and support demand forecasting and order tracking.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure contract compliance.
• Identify opportunities to optimize delivery timing and inventory management.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s degree in business or Procurement Management, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Origin Mining Company operates the Mineral Park copper-molybdenum mine in Arizona and is focused on responsible, sustainable resource development. We aim to lead the U.S. copper industry through strong safety practices, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence. Our team is committed to doing things the right way—acting with integrity, supporting our communities, and creating long-term value. With a hands-on, technically driven approach, we are advancing both leach and concentrator operations to produce high-quality copper and molybdenum products.

Position Overview:
The Purchaseris responsible forsourcing,procuring, and managing the supply of goods and servicesrequiredto supportCompanyoperations. This role ensures thetimelydelivery of materials, equipment, and services whilemaintainingcostefficiencyandquality standardswhile aligning with the Supply Chain Policy.

The role reports to the Logistics Superintendentandcoordinateswith all departments.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of procurement practices, and the unique demands of the mining industryand act ethically and in the best interests of the Company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Procurement Management:
  • Source andprocureequipment, materials, and servicesto support Company activities.
  • Negotiate pricing, and terms with suppliersbased upon technical requirements provided by End Usersto achieve the best economic outcomes for the Company.
  • Ensuretimelydelivery of materials,equipmentand servicesto meetCompanyschedules.
  • Collaborate withCompany stafftooptimizedelivery timingand inventory management.
  • Monitor andmaintaininventory levels to prevent shortages or overstocking.
  • Maintainaccurate,completeand up to date records in the Company’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)system
  • Utilize the ERP functionality to assist with forecasting demand, order entry and tracking, report generationand etc.
• Vendor Management:
  • Identifyandprepareevaluations ofpotential suppliers to ensure quality,timelinessand reliability.
  • Conduct periodic vendor reviews to assess performance and compliance with contracts/agreementsand Company expectations; to occur at least quarterly for primary suppliers.
  • Take a long-term viewwith strategic suppliers for key commodities.
• Compliance and Documentation:
  • Ensure compliance withCompany policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements.
  • Utilize the ERP system tomaintainaccuraterecords of purchase ordersandsupporting documentation.
  • Ensure that all Vendor agreements aremaintainedintheassigned location and following file/folder naming conventions on theCompany’s server
  • Monitor and report on procurement metrics, includingvalue obtained (cost and quality metrics)andvendorperformance.
• Obtain Best Value:
  • Monitormarketoidentifyopportunitiesto enhance value to the Company.
  • Mitigate risks bymaintaining a database of alternate supply sourcesanddevelopcontingency plans.
  • Maintain market awareness toanticipateand recommend actions to minimizesupply chain disruptions.

Requirements:

• Associate’s degree in business or recognized designationin Procurement Management,ora relatedfield.
• 2+ years of experience inprocurement,preferably in the mining or heavy industry sector.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes and supplier management.
• Familiarity with mining equipment, materials, and industry-specific requirements is highly desirable.
• Proficiencyin enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment witha strongattention to detail.

Key Competencies:

• Willing and able to adapt and learn
• Self-starter
• Effective time management and prioritization abilities
• Team-oriented with the ability toeffectively communicate andcollaborate across departments
• Commitment to ethical procurement practices and integrity