Contracts & Procurement Lead

Role Title

Contracts & Procurement Lead

Reports To

Director, Supply Chain

Direct Reports

No

Job Type

Full-time, Regular

Location:

Sahuarita, 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

Reporting to the Director, Procurement & Logistics, the Procurement & Contracts Lead is Responsible for managing contracts entered into between Copper World, LLC and suppliers of goods and services, safeguarding compliance with contractual agreements, including time, scope and cost, as well as ensuring compliance with Hudbay’s policies.

The role will be located at the head office in Tucson, Arizona and will require occasional travel to the site in Helvetia, Arizona 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.

Role Accountabilities

- Procurement of Goods and services.

- Perform commercial and technical evaluations of competing proposals.

- Manage Supplier Relationship effectively and collaboratively drive continuous performance improvement via relevant contract key metrics (Eg: SHE, Schedule, Cost).

- Responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects relevant to the prequalification, preparation, issue, receipt, opening and assessment of tenders and award of contracts.

- Change order / Contracts variation management.

- Ensure commercial and contractual correspondence with contractors is efficient handled.

- Liaise with end-users / internal clients / requestors to ensure commitments and milestones are achieved and liaise with Contractor to expedite progress mindful of foreseen liquidated damages.

- Prepare, update and maintain the Procurement Reports which includes a register for guarantees, procurement strategy, contracts placed, close-outs.

- Oversees implementation CWs Procurement Plan with respect to applicable commodity groups, within the area of responsibility.

- Administer assigned Contract Orders, including change order processing, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and applicable regulations, invoice processing and verification, and performance evaluation, ensuring contractor compliance in a cost effective, timely, and responsive manner.

- Provide coaching, support, and guidance to other team members to ensure delivery of results where possible.

- Escalate complex functional/technical issues in a timely and proactive manner, to the Procurement Manager or Project Manager if applicable.

- As necessary, liaise with legal counsel or management for clarification and/or direction with regard to any procurement liabilities that may arise.

Minimum Qualifications And Education

- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in a similar role within Engineering, Mining or

- Construction industries, Experience in Contracts, Experience in Capital Procurement, Full MS Office or Google suite Packages at minimum intermediate level

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 Physical

– The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities may be required for this position.

Work Environment

– The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment will necessitate work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions such as hot and/or dry conditions. Work will be conducted in locations where noise, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration may exist.

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.

Monday-Friday (8 Hours)