Supply Chain Manager

Origin Mining Company; Golden Valley (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Origin Mining Company is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to oversee all supply chain operations at its copper mine in Kingman, Arizona. The ideal candidate will lead a team, manage purchasing, logistics, and contract negotiations while ensuring timely availability of materials.

With expertise in mining supply chains and strong ERP system knowledge, you will drive operational improvements and maintain supplier relationships, particularly in the Phoenix and Tucson regions. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is essential.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of progressive supply chain experience.
• Proven experience managing purchasing, contracting, logistics, and inventory control within a mining environment.
• Experience with major mining companies, particularly in Arizona.

Responsibilities

• Lead supply chain functions, including strategic sourcing and procurement.
• Develop supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements.

Skills

Supply chain management

Purchasing

Logistics

Inventory management

ERP systems

Supplier relationship management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP

Ellipse

Maximo

JD Edwards

Pronto

Job description

Origin Mining Company ("OMC") is a distinguished copper mining company that owns the open‑pit Mineral Park copper and molybdenum mine in Kingman, Arizona. Our mission is to extract copper and molybdenum resources in a sustainable manner while making a positive impact on the local economy by creating high‑quality employment. OMC is dedicated to operating with integrity and transparency. We are currently operating a hydromet and concentrator operation at the Mineral Park Mine and meet the growing global demand for copper.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experience and results‑driven Supply Chain Manager to lead all aspects of supply chain operations at a large‑scale copper mine and processing facility near Kingman, Arizona. This role is responsible for overseeing purchasing, contracting, logistics, and inventory management while leading a small team of supply chain professionals. The ideal candidate brings deep mining industry experience, strong ERP system expertise, and well‑established supplier relationships within Arizona, particularly in the Phoenix and Tucson markets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all site supply chain functions, including strategic sourcing, procurement, contract development, vendor management, inbound logistics, warehouse operations, and inventory management.
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with operational, cost, and business objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the on‑site supply chain team.
• Manage supplier and contractor relationships, with a focus on regional vendors across Phoenix, Tucson, and the western United States.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements to maximize value, quality, and service.
• Ensure the timely availability of critical materials, equipment, and services to support continuous mining and plant operations.
• Drive inventory optimization, working capital improvements, and supply reliability.
• Partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, and finance to support site performance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor supply chain KPIs and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of progressive supply chain experience
• Proven experience managing purchasing, contracting, logistics, and inventory control within a mining environment.
• Strong knowledge of mining supply chains, including MRO materials, capital equipment, contractor services, and regional supplier networks in Arizona (particularly Phoenix and Tucson).
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP (preferred), Ellipse, Maximo, JD Edwards, Pronto, or similar platforms.
• Demonstrated success leading site‑based teams, negotiating complex supply and service contracts, and driving operational improvements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem‑solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with a focus on strategic execution, cost control, supplier relationships, and operational reliability.
• Experience with major mining companies (e.g., copper, gold, or large‑scale open‑pit operations)
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience), and CPSM, CSCP, or similar certifications are considered assets.

Physical Demands

To be eligible for this position, an individual must possess the following requirements to perform the essential job functions:

• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking on uneven surfaces, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in all kinds of weather
• Able to operate a telephone and mine phone/radio with sufficient voice and hearing to carry on a conversation for the purpose of communicating information
• Able to hear sufficiently to distinguish various pitches of warning alarms
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds periodically