Trafigura Group has an immediate need for a qualified Buyer at Myra Falls Mine on Vancouver Island,
British Columbia. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and offer a very comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

Make Myra Falls Mine your next career choice!

Reporting to the Warehouse Superintendent, the buy leads the sourcing of materials and services from retail and wholesale vendors to sustain operations. In this role you will be responsible for Sourcing goods necessary for the every day use to ensure the operation has all the materials and supplies necessary to operate. More specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Responsibilities

• Responsible for administering, coordinating and processing purchasing orders for goods and services for the organization. Ensure consistency and compliance with Trafigura’s terms and conditions, guidelines, procedures and standards;
• Implementation and maintenance of Fixed Purchase Agreements (FPA’s) to ensure accurate pricing on inventory items throughout the year;
• Source out requirements and identify and select a vendor to purchase goods and services, meeting criteria such as price, quantity, quality, safety and delivery date;
• Competently resolves complex issues and demonstrates innovative thinking by regularly making recommendations for new approaches to the purchasing of goods and adjudication of services;
• Ability to plan, execute and deliver recommendations to award;
• Support the continuous improvement and execution of Trafigura’s purchasing strategy, policies and guidelines regarding materials categories and contracts; cost savings and other performance metrics;
• Liaise between suppliers and relevant internal departments throughout the entire purchasing process to schedule deliveries, resolve material discrepancies, review warranty claims and process invoices discrepancies;
• Make suggestions for productivity improvements and challenge the status quo;
• Acquire materials according to the operations requirements, obtaining the best total cost of ownership, the term of execution and quality conditions;
• Complete assigned tasks assigned in a timely and efficient manner;
• Prepare reports for the Supply Chain department;
• Develop and foster successful relationships with stakeholders and key suppliers;
• Maintain the confidentiality of all Corporation information;
• Know and comply with the current Mining Safety and Health regulations and Loss Prevention procedures of Trafigura;
• Maintain safe working conditions and adheres to all Corporation policies, procedures and guidelines;
• Perform other related duties as assigned;

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance or related field an asset;
• Minimum 2 years of related procurement experience, preferably in the mining or oil and energy sector;
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate and interact effectively with a wide variety of people;
• Attention to detail, excellent organizational skills and the ability to work in a very fast-paced environment and complete tasks in a timely fashion;
• Knowledge of end-to-end supply management processes including competitive bidding, contract management and supplier performance management;
• Completion &/or currently taking Canada Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP) designation is an advantage;
• Excellent knowledge of all purchasing functions;
• Ability to negotiate terms and conditions in proposals;
• Ability to recognize saving opportunities;
• Good working knowledge of SAP;

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel);
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently, self-motivated;
• This position is a Monday to Friday 8 hours a day.

Myra Falls Mine is an underground mine operation located 90 km southwest of Campbell River, BC in the picturesque surroundings of Strathcona Provincial Park. Surrounded by mountains and lakes, the trip to the mine has some of the world’s most impressive views. This is an onsite position and daily travel between the Campbell River/Courtenay area and the mine site is required. Bus transportation is provided.
Relocation assistance to the Campbell River area may be available. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Work Location: One location

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