Buyer

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Supply Chain Superintendent, the incumbent is responsible for handling the purchasing of all materials, supplies, services, and equipment for the site while continuously aligning daily functions to reflect the Kettle River Operations.

Essential Functions

• Manage requisitions and purchase orders, source suppliers, assist with the development and negotiation of contracts based on user requirements, and utilize competitive processes to achieve cost savings.
• Expand supplier base, evaluate proposals, and support contract execution and capital expenditure initiatives.
• Coordinate logistics and ensure on‑time delivery of materials and services.
• Expedite overdue orders and update ERP systems with current delivery timelines.
• Manage returns, credit requests, and purchase order modifications.
• Arrange transportation and approve related freight invoices.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, perform necessary clerical tasks, and support on‑call rotation.
• Maintain professional relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Provide timely updates to end users on order status and critical issues.
• Address discrepancies between purchase orders, invoices, and warehouse receipts.
• Ensure adherence to company procurement policies, safety protocols, and environmental standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• 3‑5 years previous purchasing and sourcing experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration preferred.
• Ability to analyze situations, make logical decisions, and choose the best course of action.
• Proficiency with computerized purchasing and materials management systems and standard office equipment.
• Good time management skills and ability to effectively prioritize work.
• General understanding of mine operations, with limited understanding of milling and maintenance operations.
• Working knowledge of the MS Office Suite.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical, and persuasive communication skills; ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Demonstrated strong administrative, organizational, and technical writing skills.
• Valid driver’s license and authorization to work in the United States.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements

• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
• Alert to, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.

Compensation

Salary Range: $75,000 – $85,000

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Paid time off
• Stock purchase option
• Basic life insurance
• Short Term Incentive

Leadership Practices

• Creates an environment where nothing is more important than every employee returning home safe and healthy every day.
• Ensures people are unfailingly treated with respect.
• Fosters talent and potential of all employees by enabling growth, development, and impact.
• Demonstrates leadership in environmental performance and community and stakeholder relations.
• Holds self and others accountable for decisions, commitments, and behaviors required to deliver outstanding results.
• Uses judgment to manage business complexities, prioritize and balance conflicting demands, and make timely decisions that advance Kinross strategy.
• Builds and brings teams together to achieve organizational goals.
• Models humility by going beyond self‑interest for the good of the group.
• Understands economic implications of decisions and uses resources efficiently to maximize shareholder value.
• Champions, develops, and embeds best practices.

Competencies

• Strategic Effectiveness – Developing and communicating rigorous and creative business strategies that drive sustainable value.
• External Engagement – Understanding and building relationships with external parties that strengthen and sustain competitive advantage.
• Business Focus – Applying commercial rigor and discipline to all business decisions and customer relationships.
• Living the Kinross Values – Aligning behavior, decisions, and actions with Kinross values and principles.