Senior Buyer

Barkerville Gold Mines Ltd. ("BGM"), a wholly owned subsidiary of Osisko Gold Group Inc. ("OGG"), is seeking a highly motivated individual to be part of its Cariboo Gold Project as a Senior Buyer in Quesnel, BC. This is an exciting opportunity to join our company, which is committed to building and operating a modern, safe, socially and environmentally sustainable mining operation that will support generations to come.

One of our core values is building and maintaining relationships that are based on reciprocity to ensure mutual benefits for all stakeholders and a legacy for future generations.

This position is primarily based in Quesnel, BC, with occasional travel to warehouses, vendors, and operational sites. The position follows a five (5) days on, two (2) days off work schedule.

Reporting to the Manager, Materials Management, the Senior Buyer is responsible for leading procurement activities in support of mining operations, maintenance, construction, exploration, and capital projects. The Senior Buyer will develop strategic sourcing initiatives, negotiate supplier agreements, administer contracts, mentor procurement staff, and ensure the timely acquisition of materials and services while maintaining the highest standards of cost efficiency, quality, and compliance. The role also plays a key part in developing strong supplier partnerships, supporting local and Indigenous procurement initiatives, and driving continuous improvement across the procurement function.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement of goods and services required to support mining, processing, exploration, maintenance, construction, and capital projects.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans that optimize cost, quality, delivery performance, and long-term supplier value.
• Prepare, issue, evaluate, and negotiate Requests for Quotation (RFQs), Requests for Proposal (RFPs), and Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, contracts, and long-term supply agreements with vendors.
• Create, review, and approve purchase orders in accordance with company procurement policies and delegated authority.
• Procure critical spare parts, major equipment components, industrial consumables, and specialized services to support operational reliability and minimize equipment downtime.
• Coordinate procurement activities for capital projects, working closely with Engineering, Project Managers, contractors, and operations teams to meet project schedules and budgets.
• Monitor supplier performance through key performance indicators (KPIs), including delivery, quality, responsiveness, and cost competitiveness, implementing corrective actions where required.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers while identifying opportunities to consolidate vendors and improve overall supply chain performance.
• Support local procurement strategies by fostering relationships with regional businesses and promoting Indigenous procurement opportunities in alignment with the Company’s commitments and community engagement objectives.
• Work closely with Operations, Maintenance, Warehouse, Engineering, Exploration, Finance, and Project teams to forecast procurement requirements and ensure uninterrupted supply of materials.
• Review inventory levels, usage trends, and reorder parameters with warehouse personnel to optimize inventory investment while maintaining operational readiness.
• Resolve complex purchasing, receiving, freight, and invoice discrepancies with suppliers and Accounts Payable.
• Administer supplier contracts, including renewals, amendments, compliance monitoring, insurance documentation, and performance reviews.
• Analyze procurement data and spend trends to identify cost‑saving opportunities, supply risks, and process improvements.
• Develop procurement reports and dashboards, tracking purchasing metrics, cost savings, supplier performance, inventory trends, and departmental KPIs.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, regulatory requirements, ethical sourcing practices, and applicable commercial agreements.
• Mentor and provide guidance to Buyers and other procurement team members, sharing best practices and supporting professional development.
• Assist the Manager, Materials Management with procurement planning, budgeting, forecasting, supplier evaluations, and departmental continuous improvement initiatives.
• Act as the procurement lead in the absence of the Manager, Materials Management, providing guidance to the procurement team and supporting operational priorities.

Skills and Abilities Required

• Strong negotiation, strategic sourcing, and contract management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain productive supplier relationships.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and project management abilities.
• Strong analytical, financial, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to evaluate total cost of ownership.
• Ability to interpret commercial contracts and procurement documentation.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Sage, Pronto, JD Edwards, or similar enterprise systems.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, procurement best practices, and supply chain principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands in a dynamic mining environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related discipline.
• Professional designation such as Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or equivalent is considered a strong asset.
• Minimum 5–8 years of progressive procurement experience, preferably within mining, heavy industrial, construction, manufacturing, or resource sectors.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating commercial contracts and managing strategic supplier relationships.
• Experience procuring mobile equipment parts, fixed plant components, mining consumables, explosive‑related materials (where applicable), heavy equipment, and industrial services is considered a strong asset.
• Experience supporting capital projects and major shutdown procurement activities is preferred.
• Knowledge of mining inventory management and warehouse operations is considered an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Extended Health, Dental, and Vision Care
• Health Spending Account
• Personal Spending Account
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Share Purchase Plan

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