Role Title: | Junior Buyer |
Job Type: | Full-time, Regular |
Location: | Tucson, AZ |
About Hudbay:
Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru and the United States.
Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.
The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.
Mission:
To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.
Purpose of role:
The Junior Buyer serves as a foundational support for the supply chain team, ensuring that goods and services are identified and procured in a timely manner. This role focuses on the execution of procurement administrative tasks, maintaining approved supplier documentation, and ensuring compliance with global anti-corruption and ethical standards.
ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Supplier Identification: Support the search and identification of potential suppliers to provide goods and services at the right time for different company areas.
- Order Management: Prepare and issue purchase orders and/or service orders according to requirements and approved order requests.
- Supplier Relations: Validate that suppliers receive respective service award orders and ensure payments are processed to various providers.
- Documentation & Tenders: Receive and open bids and pricing for goods and services, and issue electronic communications to unsuccessful bidders in Hudbay tenders.
- Reporting: Assist the Purchasing Manager with the preparation of monthly procurement and supply reports.
- Database Maintenance: Assist in the preparation and updating of the approved supplier list.
- Compliance: Conduct all performance within the framework of Environment, Health, Safety, Human Rights, and Global Anti-Corruption policies, including the FCPA and CFPOA.
- Safety & Environment: Actively participate in and encourage training and activities related to Environment, Occupational Health and Safety, and Community Relations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- Experience: 3 years of general experience in the area and related positions.
- Technical Skills: High analytical capacity and proficiency in oral and written communication.
- Licensing: Must possess a current and valid driver's license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Industry Experience: Experience in a similar role within the Engineering, Mining, or Construction industries.
- Analytical Problem Solving: Ability to use a systematic approach and logic to evaluate solution alternatives.
- Teamwork: Ability to work with others, fostering group commitment toward goals and objectives.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Other Requirements:
Employee will be expected to drive a company vehicle, rental vehicle and/or his/her own vehicle in the course of performing the job, Employee must be able to perform the physical functions of operating a motor vehicle, including use of eyes, ears, arms, hands, legs, and feet. Employee must be able to prove that he/she has a current and valid driver's license.
Why Hudbay?
- At Hudbay, our values of Dignity & Respect, Caring, Openness, and Trustworthiness are embedded into our culture by the way we work and how we interact with one another.
- We pride ourselves in providing our employees with competitive total rewards that include:
- Annual performance bonuses
- Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
- Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short- & Long-term Disability.
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
- An Employee Share Purchase Plan with contribution matching
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off, paid sick time and holiday pay.
- Regular performance appraisals to acknowledge our employees for their contributions, strengths and work well done.
Hudbay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates may be required to undergo educational and criminal background checks. Chosen candidates will be required to successfully pass a physical and drug screening.
