Procurement Specialist

our company•Reno, NV

About The Position

Solidus Resources is a U.S.-based gold development company backed by Waterton Mining. The company is focused on advancing the Spring Valley Gold Project in Pershing County, Nevada, and specializes in taking high potential gold assets through late-stage development and into production. Solidus applies a technically rigorous, capital-disciplined approach to mine development, with a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship, operational safety, and community engagement. The Spring Valley Gold Project is located in the prolific Humboldt Range, an area with approximately 60 million ounces of gold endowment within a 50-mile radius. Envisioned as a long-life, low-cost open-pit, heap-leach operation, Spring Valley has a robust resource base and considerable exploration upside along a 7-mile strike length across the Black Ridge fault zone. With a leadership team experienced in engineering, permitting, and large-scale project execution, Solidus Resources is advancing Spring Valley through feasibility, permitting, and construction, with a clear path toward operational readiness. The company’s goal is to responsibly unlock the value of U.S.-based gold assets while building a reputation for excellence in project delivery and sustainable development. Position Overview: The Procurement Specialist is responsible for sourcing, procuring, and managing the supply of goods and services required to support Company project construction and daily operations. This role ensures the timely delivery of materials, equipment, and services while maintaining cost efficiency and quality standards while aligning with the Supply Chain Policy. The role reports to the CFO and coordinates with all departments. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of procurement practices, and the unique demands of the mining project and act ethically and in the best interests of the Company while always looking to improve processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business or recognized designation in Procurement Management, or a related field or equivalent experience.
4+ years of experience in procurement, preferably in the mining or heavy industry sector.
Strong knowledge of procurement processes and supplier management.
Familiarity with mining equipment, materials, and industry-specific requirements is highly desirable.
High proficiency in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and Microsoft Excel.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a strong attention to detail.
Willing and able to adapt and learn
Self-starter
Effective time management and prioritization abilities
Team-oriented with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate across departments
Commitment to ethical procurement practices and integrity

Responsibilities

Source and procure equipment, materials, and services to support Company activities.
Negotiate pricing, and terms with suppliers based upon technical requirements provided by End Users to achieve the best economic outcomes for the Company.
Ensure timely delivery of materials, equipment and services to meet Company schedules.
Collaborate with Company staff to optimize delivery timing and inventory management.
Monitor and maintain and optimize inventory levels.
Maintain accurate, complete and up to date records in the Company’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
Utilize the ERP functionality to assist with forecasting demand, order entry and tracking, report generation and etc.
Identify and prepare evaluations of potential suppliers to ensure quality, timeliness and reliability.
Conduct periodic vendor reviews to assess performance and compliance with contracts/agreements and Company expectations; to occur at least quarterly for primary suppliers.
Take a long-term view with strategic suppliers for key commodities
Develop and implement Company procurement policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with Company policies, industry standards and regulatory requirements in all procurement activities.
Utilize the ERP system to maintain accurate records of purchase orders and supporting documentation.
Ensure that all Vendor agreements are maintained in the assigned location and following file/folder naming conventions on the Company’s server
Monitor and report on procurement metrics, including value obtained (cost and quality metrics) and vendor performance.
Take lead on ERP implementation for Procurement & Inventory modules.
Monitor market to identify opportunities to enhance value to the Company.
Mitigate risks by maintaining a database of alternate supply sources and develop contingency plans.
Maintain market awareness to anticipate and recommend actions to minimize supply chain disruptions.
Identify opportunities to streamline purchasing processes and improve procurement efficiency.