Supply Chain Superintendent
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Overview
Job Description
Join Our Team and Help Shape the Future of Mining!
Orla Mining is developing the South Railroad Project, an exciting open-pit mining and gold processing operation. We're looking for a Supply Chain Superintendent to oversee all supply chain activities in support of mine operations and project development.
Key Responsibilities
The Supply Chain Superintendent will coordinate all aspects of supply chain, including procurement, transportation, inventory management and deliveries.
Procurement
- Develop and execute supply chain strategies that align with organizational objectives and operational needs.
- Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure continuity and cost efficiency.
- Lead complex RFP processes for capital purchases, including managing technical specifications, vendor engagement, and commercial evaluations.
- Oversee sourcing and purchasing of mining equipment, spare parts, and consumables to support uninterrupted operations.
- Build and maintain strong vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with qualification, licensing, and insurance requirements.
- Collaborate with operations and project teams to secure goods and services at optimal cost and within required timelines.
- Resolve supplier invoice discrepancies in partnership with accounting and ensure accurate documentation for payment processing.
- Confirm receipt of goods and services and maintain proper records for financial reconciliation.
- Monitor and manage open purchase orders to guarantee timely delivery and fulfillment.
Contract Management
- Draft, review, redline, and negotiate all contracts and subcontracts related to supply chain activities.
- Ensure contract terms align with operational requirements, risk mitigation strategies, and company policies.
- Administer contracts throughout their lifecycle, including managing amendments and ensuring full compliance.
- Lead contract closeout processes by verifying documentation, fulfilling obligations, and capturing lessons learned for continuous improvement.
- Maintain and update supplier contracts, recommending modifications to optimize performance and mitigate risk.
- Negotiate with vendors to secure competitive pricing, favorable terms, and service guarantees.
Data & Reporting
- Leverage ERP and contract management systems to monitor, track, and analyze key supply chain metrics.
- Generate comprehensive reports on KPIs, cost optimization, and supplier performance to support strategic decision-making.
- Drive digital transformation initiatives by promoting automation and process improvements within supply chain operations
Team Leadership
- Lead and guide the supply chain team, promoting best practices in procurement and operational efficiency.
- Cultivate a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across all functions.
- Drive employee growth through coaching, mentoring, targeted training, and constructive performance feedback.
- Ensure strict adherence to company policies, safety and environmental standards, and regulatory requirements.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics or related field.
- 10 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, and contract management.
- 5 years of experience in mining.
- Supervisory experience preferred.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and leadership skills.
- Proficiency in ERP and contract management systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft office suite, particularly Excel.
Why Join Orla?
- Be part of a major mining project from the ground up.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Opportunities for growth and professional development.
- A culture committed to safety, innovation, and sustainability.
Orla Mining is striving to be the emerging gold producer of choice with a geographically diversified asset base, a prospective development and exploration portfolio, an experienced management team with a successful track record, and a high-quality board and shareholder base.
Orla is advancing permitting and development on our South Railroad Project, a feasibility-stage, open-pit heap leach project located on the prolific Carlin trend in Nevada. This project is part of our larger South Carlin Complex which includes a prospective land package. We also operate the Camino Rojo Oxide Gold Mine, a gold and silver open-pit heap leach mine, located in Zacatecas State, Central Mexico. This low-cost operation is 100% owned by Orla, covers over 139,000 hectares, and includes a large sulfide mineral endowment located beneath the oxide resources. Orla also operates the Musselwhite Mine located in Northern Ontario, a gold mine with more than 25 years of operating history and the potential to expand resources and mine life for years to come.
Orla is building a legacy of excellence, respect and sustainable value through responsible gold mining. We work to create a net positive benefit for all and leaving a legacy beyond the life of our mines. We do this through building and operating high quality mines supported and led by an experienced team. We are custodians of the assets we run and the environments in which we operate, and we are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, care, and respect.
At Orla, we prioritize our people, creating and maintaining a workplace culture of diversity and inclusion where employees are respected, valued, and recognized for their contributions.
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