Purchasing & Stock Agent

The Buyer is responsible for the timely and cost-effective procurement of materials, equipment, and services to support Magna Mining’s Sudbury operations.

All Magna Mining team members are expected to work collaboratively with others, lead the way in health and safety, act with honesty, integrity, and foster an entrepreneurial spirit in pursuit of excellence.

Responsibilities

Procure goods, equipment, consumables, and services in accordance with company policies, operational requirements, and project needs.
Obtain, evaluate, and negotiate supplier quotations to achieve best value in cost, quality, service, and delivery.
Develop and maintain effective supplier relationships, monitor supplier performance, and resolve delivery, quality, or service issues.
Create, issue, track, and maintain purchase orders within the ERP system, ensuring accurate coding and documentation.
Coordinate with suppliers to confirm orders, manage lead times, expedite critical materials, and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
Collaborate with operations, maintenance, warehouse, and logistics teams to support material availability and operational continuity.
Manage inventory levels to maintain established minimum and maximum stock requirements while preventing stockouts and minimizing excess inventory.
Ensure timely replenishment of critical materials, consumables, and spare parts to support production and maintenance requirements.
Maintain accurate inventory records, stock accuracy, and data integrity within company systems.
Coordinate and oversee inventory cycle counts and physical inventory activities.
Identify and implement opportunities to optimize inventory management, warehouse efficiency, and material availability.
Provide day-to-day direction and support to shipping and receiving activities to ensure efficient material flow and alignment with operational priorities.
Promote warehouse organization, housekeeping standards, and safe material handling practices.
Serve as the primary liaison between procurement, warehouse operations, suppliers, and end users regarding procurement and inventory matters.
Maintain accurate procurement and inventory records, including contracts, purchase orders, approvals, and supporting documentation.
Ensure procurement and inventory practices comply with company policies, ethical standards, regulatory requirements, and audit expectations.
Support internal audits, reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives related to procurement, inventory, and warehouse operations.
Requirements
Qualifications: Formal Education, Certifications or Equivalents

~ Post secondary education in Business or a related field .

Work Experience: Nature & Length

~2 or more year of purchasing experience in mining or other heavy industry .

Key Competencies: Behaviours & Skills

• Established understanding of procurement processes and supplier negotiation .
• Proficient in ERP systems , contract management systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Solid understanding of inventory, logistics , and warehousing principles.
• Attention to detail and accuracy .
• Negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Good communication and teamwork across departments.
• Ability to prioritize and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of total cost of ownership.
• Understanding of technical specifications, drawings, and scopes of work.
• Familiarity with import/export processes and freight coordination.

Benefits
What's in It for You?

At Magna Mining Inc. we believe supporting our people is essential to our success. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, RRSP contribution opportunities, and access to employee and family assistance programs to support your well-being and long-term success.

Minimum Salary: $80,000.00

Magna Mining Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Magna Mining. Due to the competitive nature of our recruitment process and the high volume of applications received, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.