Contracts Lead - Major Projects

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).
 
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Great Bear Project

In March 2022, Kinross acquired Great Bear Resources and its flagship Great Bear project (GBR), located near Red Lake, Ontario.  The Great Bear property is a greenfield, large-scale deposit with the potential for significant open pit and underground operations. At the start of 2025, the project moved into the detailed engineering and major equipment procurement phase.

Purpose of Role

• You will lead and execute the sourcing of multi-million dollar complex construction services and engineered equipment to support Great Bear Project activities, while ensuring that materials and services meet all scope and technical specifications, are delivered in a timely manner, and are managed according to budget. 
• You will provide input into Great Bear procedures and practices and will follow these procedures and standard industry practices in all aspects of sourcing, procurement and contract administration.

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrated ability to negotiate complex contracts in a manner that protects company interest while maintaining collaborative vendor relationships.
• Established understanding and contacts with vendors and contractors who service related markets in the mining industry
• Able to organize, set priorities and manage time effectively across multiple task, with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent inter-personal and communication skills with ability to work in a cooperative and collaborative manner in a team.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Must be able to meet deadlines and work under pressure against competing priorities and timelines.
• Proven, highly developed verbal and written communications skills.
• Able to research and analyze information.
• Proficient in Microsoft word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Acts and maintains a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality in all aspects of work.

Education and Experience

• University degree in supply chain, business or finance.
• Minimum of 13+ years relevant work experience in procurement, preferably in larger capital projects in mining, Oil & Gas, or other asset intensive heavy industry. 
• Formal training, professional designation, or certification in related area an asset.