Senior Supply Chain Specialist

OceanaGold

$90K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in purchasing and supply chain management, with leadership responsibilities.
  • Strong expertise in purchasing, supply chain, and materials management.
  • Proven skills in contract preparation, negotiation, and invoicing management.
  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, project management, and organizational capabilities.
  • Experience in the mining sector or a similar operational setting is preferred.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools like Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Purchasing team and oversee all purchasing activities.
  • Source materials and services that meet business needs.
  • Collaborate with Procurement and assess supplier capabilities; negotiate contracts and pricing.
  • Maintain and enhance supplier relationships while ensuring compliance with company policies.
  • Manage purchase orders, material forecasting, vendor applications, and supplier evaluations.
  • Develop and analyze purchasing KPIs, identify risks, and suggest cost-saving opportunities.
  • Standardize procurement processes and advocate for efficiency improvements, including automation.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package featuring health, vision, and dental insurance, along with a 401K.
  • Living in a desirable location near Charlotte, SC, with easy access to both mountains and the sea.
  • Recognition for long service and participation in the Living Our Values program.
  • Access to a well-stocked in-office snack shop.
  • Monthly paid training and professional development initiatives.
  • A supportive workplace that emphasizes safety and collaborative teamwork.
  • Resources available through the OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Full Job Description
Job Description

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and play a key role in shaping purchasing and supply chain performance at Haile Gold Mine?

OceanaGold is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Specialist to lead the Purchasing function and provide strategic support across purchasing, supply chain, supplier management, compliance, and continuous improvement.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced purchasing and supply chain professional to lead a team of Buyers, strengthen supplier partnerships, improve processes, and collaborate with operational and Group teams to deliver value across the business.

What You'll Do:
  • Lead and oversee the Purchasing function and a team of Buyers.
  • Source and purchase materials and services required by the business.
  • Partner with Procurement and stakeholders to evaluate suppliers and negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements.
  • Maintain strong supplier relationships and ensure compliance with procurement and company requirements.
  • Oversee purchase orders, material forecasting, vendor applications, and supplier performance.
  • Develop and report on purchasing and supply chain KPIs, spend analysis, cost savings, risks, and opportunities.
  • Ensure compliance with company governance, audit, and reporting requirements.
  • Identify and implement opportunities to improve purchasing and supply chain processes.
  • Standardize processes and champion efficiency initiatives, including automation and data-driven decision-making.
  • Provide updates and recommendations to site and senior leadership.


Qualifications

What You'll Bring:
  • At least 5 years of proven purchasing and supply chain experience, including experience leading and directing these functions.
  • Strong knowledge of purchasing, supply chain, materials management, and continuous improvement.
  • Experience preparing and reviewing contracts, negotiating terms, and managing invoicing.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills.
  • Experience within a major mining company or similar operational environment.
  • Advanced communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively partner with stakeholders across the business.
  • Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.


Additional Information

Why This Opportunity?
This is an opportunity to grow your career within OceanaGold while making a meaningful impact on how Haile Gold Mine operates. You'll have the opportunity to lead a critical business function, influence strategic decisions, develop strong partnerships across the organization, and drive meaningful improvements in purchasing and supply chain performance

If you're ready to take the next step and bring your experience, leadership, and continuous-improvement mindset to this role, we encourage you to apply!

WHAT'S ON OFFER:
  • Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, 401K, and more
  • Great residential location close to Charlotte SC, and is located between the mountains and sea.
  • Long service recognition
  • Living Our Values recognition program
  • In-office snack shop
  • Monthly paid training available and professional development
  • Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork
  • Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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