Project Procurement Lead

Pan American Silver Corp.

$130K — $150K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of procurement and contract administration experience for major capital projects
  • Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Business or a related field
  • Professional supply chain designation (SCMP, CIPS, NISCL, or equivalent) may be beneficial
  • Experience leading procurement for large-scale civil, mechanical, and mining infrastructure
  • Proficient in strategic sourcing, tendering, contract negotiation, and supplier management
  • Strong financial acumen with a focus on cost-saving strategies
  • Experience with ERP systems, preferably Oracle
  • Ability to operate independently and handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate supplier proposals and support contract development and execution
  • Optimize procurement strategies to achieve cost savings
  • Coordinate procurement activities to support project execution
  • Ensure material sourcing aligns with project schedules and budgets
  • Monitor procurement schedules and update the Project Manager
  • Administer purchase orders and contracts post-award
  • Handle contract amendments, change requests, and commercial documents

Benefits

  • Mine Performance Plan Incentive (bonus)
  • Relocation Assistance for eligible positions
  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Company-paid extended medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Wellness and Health Care Spending Accounts
  • Company-paid pension plan with 8% company contribution
  • Life and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Telemedicine Virtual Primary Care access
  • Competitive Paid Vacation Entitlements
  • Paid pregnancy and parental leave
Full Job Description
About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Procurement Lead to join our Timmins Operations team in Timmins, ON., to play a key role in the Bell Creek Shaft extension project on a full-time basis. Reporting to the Project Manager, with indirect reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, this role leads dedicated procurement support for major capital projects with a strong focus on cost savings, supply continuity, and supplier performance.

The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 8 hrs/day OR 4 on, 3 off, 10hrs/day.

Compensation: This position offers a salary range of $130,000 - $150,000 annually, based on qualifications and experience.

Vacancy Status: This advertisement is for a new position. The successful candidate may begin as soon as possible.

Please note that this role requires relocation to the Timmins area and is not a camp-based position.

The Project Procurement Lead plays a key role in capital projects, including the Bell Creek Shaft extension project. The role coordinates procurement execution, contract administration, supplier coordination, and expediting while ensuring procurement activities comply with Company procurement policies, governance requirements, and delegated authorities. The role maintains a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Supply Chain Manager for procurement governance, commercial oversight, and procurement processes. The successful candidate will have advanced sourcing expertise to effectively manage both costs and scheduling, ensuring purchasing decisions are cost-effective, transparent, and aligned with project timelines.

Reporting to the Project Manager the Project Procurement Lead will have the following responsibilities:

  • Evaluate supplier proposals and support contract development and execution for the projects
  • Optimize procurement strategies to ensure cost savings for the projects
  • Coordinate procurement activities in support of project execution.
  • Understand the project schedule and how material sourcing will be met in order to maintain the project schedule and budget.
  • Monitor procurement schedules and provide updates to the Project Manager.
  • Administer purchase orders and contracts following award.
  • Coordinate contract amendments, change requests and commercial documentation.
  • Monitor supplier performance and expedite critical materials and services.
  • Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Warehouse, Finance and Supply Chain.
  • Maintain procurement logs, commitments and status reports.
  • Maintain procurement documentation in accordance with Company governance requirements.
  • Track and maintain inventory of critical project materials to ensure material availability and support uninterrupted project execution.
  • Manage distribution of materials to the project building team in order to prevent project delays.
  • Liaise with contractors in order to maintain project construction timelines.
More About You

While our ideal candidate has the following qualifications, we welcome applicants who may not meet every criterion to apply.

The following will be critical to successfully performing this role:

  • 10+ years of experience in procurement and contract administration experience supporting major capital projects within the industry
  • Post secondary education in Supply Chain, Business or related discipline
  • Professional supply chain designation (SCMP, CIPS, NISCL, or equivalent) would be an asset
  • Demonstrated experience in leading procurement activities for large-scale civil, mechanical, electrical, and mining infrastructure projects
  • Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, competitive tendering, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management
  • Strong commercial and financial acumen with a demonstrated ability to deliver measurable cost savings through effective sourcing strategies
  • Experience with ERP systems (Oracle would be an asset)
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
About the Benefits

In return for your hard work and dedication you can expect to receive a competitive annual salary, as well as the following benefits:

  • Mine Performance Plan Incentive (bonus)
  • Relocation Assistance available for eligible positions
  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Company-paid extended medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits
  • Wellness Spending Account
  • Health Care Spending Account
  • Company-paid pension plan with 8% company contribution
  • Basic life/accidental life insurance
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Telemedicine Virtual Primary Care via Dialogue
  • Competitive Paid Vacation Entitlements
  • Paid pregnancy and parental leave


To express your interest in this position please forward your resume to:

Lake Shore Gold - Human Resources

P.O. Box 1067

Timmins ON

P4N 7H9



Fax 705-269-4936

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