Procurement Manager

Closing Date: January 15, 2025

As Canada's largest diversified mining company, Teck is committed to providing the world with essential resources safely and sustainably. We have a rich history of consistently driving innovation, harnessing cutting-edge technology, and cultivating a dynamic environment that empowers our employees to shape the future.

Teck is looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to join our team at our Trail Operations, one of the world's largest fully integrated zinc and lead smelting and refining complexes. Reporting to the Manager, Asset Management, the Procurement Manager is accountable for the efficient operation of the Purchasing and Warehousing Activities.

This role is based in the welcoming community of Trail, situated in the beautiful West Kootenay region of southeastern British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips! Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone.

Responsibilities:

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
• Establish and promote the maintenance of a Safe and Healthy working environment; conform with the Corporate and Trail Operations Safety and Health Programs; ensure personal compliance with Control Document #3843 - Roles and Responsibilities for the Safety & Health System.
• Administer and direct a wide variety of purchasing, warehouse, surplus sales and related services at Trail operations and ensure the efficient service of all activities in the group.
• Ensure buying for Trail Operations is carried out efficiently and effectively.
• Ensure Teck pays the lowest required sales tax and duty on the purchases made by Trail Operations.
• Ensures Trail's automated purchasing systems operate effectively and efficiently with a minimum disruption.
• Develop the human resources assigned to all the areas of responsibility.
• Ensure that maximum revenues (surplus sales) and minimum costs (purchasing, and warehousing) are achieved for the activity.
• Continually attempt to identify opportunities to reduce the cost of goods and services required by Trail Operations.
• Calculate Teck's Water License Rental costs and ensure Teck's obligatory reporting requirements to the Provincial/Federal governments are met.
• Negotiate and ensure the purchase and supply of natural gas and ammonia for Trail operations needs.
• Ensure Trail Operations' landfill is managed in accordance with it's permit requirements and progressive landfill techniques.
• Contribute to cost effectiveness by preparing group budget for approval and monitoring and controlling costs.
• Develop a competent well-motivated staff utilizing Performance Management principles, team concepts, providing training opportunities, evaluating performance and recommending placement.
• Promote the use of emerging technologies (EDI, EFI, etc.) to meet the needs of the operation.
  

Qualifications:

• University degree in finance, resource management or related field
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in inventory, purchasing and warehousing
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a supervisory or lead hand role
• Solid knowledge of purchasing and inventory procedures as well as warehouse management
• Ability to demonstrate advanced negotiating skills and strong leadership
• Able to be flexible, decisive and use superb judgment in decision making
• Effective ability to convey messages in an organized, clear and succinct way
• Demonstrated self-motivation and strong organizational skills
• Excellent inter-personal skills together with an ability to facilitate commitment to a cooperative team effort
• Good communication skills, both orally and written with both internal and external contacts and the ability to work with all levels of the organization.
  

Why Join Us?

At Teck, we offer more than just a job - we provide a pathway to personal and professional enrichment. With captivating projects set against stunning backdrops, a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, and boundless opportunities to learn and grow, joining us means embracing a fulfilling and dynamic career adventure.

Teck employees receive access to our total rewards program and comprehensive benefits package that promote physical, mental, financial, and emotional well-being. This includes but is not limited to:

• Annual Performance Bonus
• Profit Share Plan
• Health Spending Account
• Personal Spending Account
• Extended Health Care
• Dental and Vision Care
• Employer Paid Pension Plan
• Life Insurance and Disability Coverage
• Paid Sick Leave, Vacation and Holidays
• Virtual Telemedicine and additional support for overall well-being
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Salary Range: $132,000 - $163,000

The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate's relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

Please note this role does require the successful candidate to live within 100KM of Trail, British Columbia. Relocation assistance will be offered however there is no camp or company housing.

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