Category Specialist - Explosives and Reagents at Kinross Gold Corporation
Toronto, ON, Canada -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Nov, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Aug, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement, Supplier Management, Heavy Industry, Analytical Skills, Mining, Contract Negotiation, Chemicals, Supply Chain, Performance Management

Industry

Logistics/Procurement

Description

  • Start Date ASAP
    Hybrid Work Environment (3 days in office, 2 days remote with flexible hours)
    Dress Code Business Casual
    Location Downtown Toronto, Outside of Union Station (TTC & GO accessible)

WHO WE ARE

Founded in 1993, Kinross is a Canadian-based senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our four core values of Putting People First, Outstanding Corporate Citizenship, High Performance Culture, and Rigorous Financial Discipline.
Mining responsibly is a priority for Kinross, and we foster a culture that makes responsible mining and operational success inseparable. Our values-based approach ensures that sustainability and our environmental, social and governance commitments are a core part of our strategy and plans for future growth. In line with our values, we also aim to build meaningful partnerships with all of our stakeholders, including communities, shareholders, employees, governments and suppliers.
Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol: K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: KGC).
Interested in learning more about us? Visit our website.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Category Specialist for Explosives and Reagents is responsible for the strategic sourcing, contracting, supplier management, and continuous improvement of the explosives and chemical reagents supply categories. These categories are critical to safe, efficient, and cost-effective mining and processing operations. The role supports business objectives through cost optimization, supply assurance, contract performance, and alignment with health, safety, and environmental standards.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, or related field.
  • 3–7 years of experience in procurement or category management, ideally in mining, chemicals, or heavy industry.
  • Working knowledge of explosives regulations (e.g., NRCAN), chemical safety standards, and MSDS management.
  • Strong skills in contract negotiation, supplier management, and commercial analysis.
  • Experience with ERP and eProcurement platforms (SAP, JDE, etc.)

SKILLS

  • Strong negotiation and analytical skills
  • Risk awareness and safety orientation.
  • Cross-functional collaboration.
  • Contract and supplier performance management.
  • Effective communication and stakeholder engagement.
  • Attention to detail and commercial insight.
Responsibilities

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