Strategic Buyer – Materials & Equipment

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

401k with company match

Paid time off

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Employee assistance and wellness

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Buyer to collaborate with multiple departments to procure materials, parts, and equipment for near‑mine or in‑mine facilities. You will optimize price, delivery, and terms while adhering to established policies and procedures.

The role emphasizes supplier research, sourcing agreements, purchase order execution, stock monitoring, and on‑time delivery to support mining operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Accounting, or related field (preferred) or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with fundamental concepts, practices, and processes in Procurement.
• Critical thinking and negotiation skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Support the continuous improvement and execution of NGM’s purchasing strategy, policies, and guidelines regarding materials, categories, and contracts; accountable for value-added, cost-savings, and other performance metrics
• Research new suppliers based on changes in business needs including seeking lower cost, higher quality, or more on time vendors
• Support procurement of goods through effective sourcing agreements in terms of costs, quality, quantity, warranty, and availability
• Research and compare pricing, select suppliers, and issue request for quotes
• Process purchase orders for material, equipment, and services
• Ensure timely and professional service to user departments in the execution of purchase orders
• Track orders and expedite as necessary
• Monitor stock and initiate orders within established guidelines
• Work directly with multiple departments to meet procurement and fulfillment needs critical to the operation
• Fill special orders for employees/other departments on as needed basis
• Collaborate with suppliers and provide support for supplier on-boarding process
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers
• Ensure the correct method of transportation and delivery for goods
• Maintain and support all purchasing data and utilize reports in ERP.
• Provide suggestions to improve transactional practices for activities related to the materials purchasing process
• Follow the organization’s HS&E policies, procedures, and mandatory instructions; to identify and mitigate risks, and to safeguard the environment and the well‑being of oneself and others
• Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching
• Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending training or conferences, and reading specialist media
• Support management of purchase orders from order sourcing to full payment to supplier
• Be available for after hour emergency procurement activities when scheduled rotation for “on call” is in place
• Follow organizations sourcing and procurement standard and utilize operating systems approved for purchase order execution and management

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Vendor management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Buyer to collaborate with multiple departments to procure materials, parts, and equipment for near‑mine or in‑mine facilities. You will optimize price, delivery, and terms while adhering to established policies and procedures.

The role emphasizes supplier research, sourcing agreements, purchase order execution, stock monitoring, and on‑time delivery to support mining operations.