About the job Underground Buyer
About the Role
JDS Energy & Mining is seeking an experienced Underground Buyer to support the procurement of materials, equipment, and services for an underground mining project located in the interior of British Columbia. This is a camp‑based, fly‑in / fly‑out (FIFO) position operating on a rotational schedule, with full camp accommodations provided while on site.
The Underground Buyer will work closely with site operations, engineering, expediting, logistics, and contract management teams to ensure timely and cost‑effective procurement in support of underground development and operations. This role plays a critical part in maintaining schedule certainty, cost control, and supplier performance in a dynamic site‑based environment.
All employees are expected to promote and adhere to The JDS Way:- Accept No Mediocrity
- Conduct Business Professionally, Ethically, and Practically
- True to Our Word
- Uphold the Highest Standards of Leadership, Teamwork, and Accountability
- Maintain Open and Honest Communication
- Ensure No Harm to people, the environment, assets, or reputation
Key Responsibilities
- Procure materials, equipment, and services in support of underground mining and development activities
- Issue RFQs, evaluate bids, negotiate commercial terms, and award purchase orders and service contracts
- Work closely with engineering, underground operations, and technical services to ensure procurement aligns with technical specifications and project requirements
- Coordinate with expediting and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of critical underground materials and equipment
- Monitor supplier performance and address commercial or delivery issues as required
- Ensure purchase orders and contracts comply with project, contractual, and company standards
- Maintain accurate procurement records, contract files, and purchasing documentation
- Support cost control by identifying value opportunities, alternative suppliers, and procurement efficiencies
- Participate in supplier and contract progress meetings as required
- Provide regular procurement status updates to project and commercial teams
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and ethical procurement practices
Package Details
Qualifications
- Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline
- 3+ years of experience in procurement or buying roles supporting underground mining or heavy industrial projects
- Strong understanding of underground mining operations, materials, and services
- Experience procuring underground equipment, consumables, contractor services, and long‑lead items
- Familiarity with ERP and procurement systems such as SAP, SmartPlant Materials, Oracle, or similar
- Strong commercial awareness with experience in contract terms and negotiations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and procurement reporting tools
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Compensation
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Compensation will be commensurate with the experience of the successful applicant
Character & Fit
- Practical, solution‑oriented professional with strong attention to detail
- Results‑driven with a focus on cost control, schedule certainty, and supplier performance
- Comfortable working independently while collaborating across multidisciplinary project teams
- Open, honest, and professional communicator
- Adaptable and capable of working in a dynamic, project‑based environment
- Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence
- Strong English written and verbal communication skills