Strategic Contracts Specialist - Mining Operations

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off

Company-sponsored medical clinics

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Contract Specialist at our Elko operation to coordinate timely and accurate development and execution of project contract plans, ensuring milestones are met while minimizing commercial risks. The role sits within the Supply Chain team and supports diverse mining operations.

Responsibilities include managing tenders, developing contract documentation, maintaining the contracts register, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Accounting OR related field or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum 2 years of directly related procurement experience or equivalent combination of training and experience required.
• Strong computer skills using office software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio required.
• Knowledge of Oracle, Ellipse or equivalent enterprise level software packages preferred.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for delivering contracts that cover the requirements of the user areas in response to urgent and ongoing operational needs; identify and develop suppliers in the market to support commercial and operational needs
• Managing tender process, facilitate the selection of service providers, develop contract documentation and support ongoing contract management as well as coordination of information to evaluate proposals with the user areas
• Developing and maintaining contracts register for end-user group and maintain currency
• Supporting the continuous improvement and execution of Barrick’s sourcing strategy, policies and guidelines for service categories and contracts; is a participant in the development of value-added service for SCM customers, cost savings, and other performance metrics
• Ensuring timely and professional service to user departments in the preparation and evaluations of bids, negotiation with suppliers, and recommendation to management for approvals, preparation of contract documentation, issuance of award of contracts and regret letters, and, management and close out of contracts
• Acquiring services per the operations requirements, obtaining the best total cost of ownership, term of execution and quality conditions
• Knowing and complying with the current Mining Safety and Health regulations and Loss Prevention procedures of Barrick, considering the health and safety impact of all work‑related decisions and seeking methods to improve safety performance of supplier base both operationally and contractually
• Demonstrating social awareness, commitment and compliance with Barrick’s Social Responsibility Policy, always showing a socially responsible behavior with the Community and with the Company
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Procurement experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Accounting OR related field

Tools

Oracle

Ellipse

Excel

Office Suite

Job description

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Contract Specialist at our Elko operation to coordinate timely and accurate development and execution of project contract plans, ensuring milestones are met while minimizing commercial risks. The role sits within the Supply Chain team and supports diverse mining operations.

Responsibilities include managing tenders, developing contract documentation, maintaining the contracts register, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company policies.