Advisor, Contract Management- Outline Agreements (OA)

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**Workplace Type:** **Remote** Newmont is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company’s world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favorable mining jurisdictions in Africa, Australia, Latin America & Caribbean, North America, and Papua New Guinea. Newmont is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social and governance practices. The Company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution and technical proficiency. Newmont was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925. At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together. Newmont North America operations are located in British Columbia, Ontario, and Quebec with roles in operations, projects, and exploration. Regional Support is provided from our office in Vancouver. Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry. ##### **Purpose** The Advisor, Contract Management – Outline Agreements (OA), is responsible for managing the procurement of inventory goods for site operations. This includes spend analysis, opportunity assessment, market research, stakeholder engagement, RFP/RFQ execution, negotiations, and OA lifecycle management. The role ensures OA strategies are aligned with regional and global procurement goals to support the overall success of Newmont’s mining operations. ##### **Key Responsibilities** ## **Outline Agreement Lifecycle Management and Compliance** - Oversee the full lifecycle of site outline agreements. - Support Site Supply Chain Leads in implementing goods sourcing strategies and ensure appropriate OAs are established in SAP. - Collaborate with procurement and contracts teams to ensure OAs align with strategic category objectives. - Negotiate formal contracts for high-value or large-spend OAs, as required. - Ensure all site procurement activities comply with company policies, legal requirements, and health, safety, and environmental standards. - Identify and mitigate risks related to supplier performance and potential legal liabilities. - Develop and maintain an annual OA management plan. Track expiry dates and coordinate timely reviews with end users and stakeholders to prevent lapses. - Partner with regional and global category management teams to maintain accurate and current OAs. - Coordinate with inventory management, procurement, and warehouse teams regarding specification changes for goods covered under OAs. - Monitor OA coverage and drive procurement efficiencies across all sites. ## **Stakeholder and Supplier Engagement** - Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure open communication and timely issue resolution. - Negotiate favorable changes to OA terms and conditions as needed. - Track supplier performance and support procurement teams in addressing performance issues. - Identify opportunities for supplier diversification and include these in the annual OA plan. ## **Strategic Sourcing and Analysis** - Conduct spend analyses to identify sourcing opportunities and optimize OA coverage. - Analyze existing OAs to identify price leakages and improvement areas. - Perform market research and gather supplier feedback from end users, warehouses, and procurement teams. - Develop and implement sourcing strategies, project plans, and award recommendations. - Present findings and award recommendations to site and corporate leadership for approval. ## **RFP, RFQ, and Negotiation Management** - Extract goods information from SAP and develop RFP/RFQ packages, including commercial models and goods baskets. - Prepare and issue RFP/RFQ packages, manage bidder inquiries, and compile bid analysis sheets. - Build consensus on award recommendations and conduct commercial negotiations. - Develop negotiation strategies aligned with Newmont’s overall supply chain objectives. - Present negotiation plans and outcomes to management. - Proactively identify and manage supply, commercial, and contractu ##### **Qualifications and Experience** - Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, or related field (C.P.M. or C.P.S.M. certification preferred). - Strong understanding of procurement processes and OA management within SAP. - Experience managing indirect goods categories in the mining, oil & gas, or heavy industrial sectors. - Proficient in SAP, Ariba, and Microsoft Office applications. - Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills. - Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across teams. ##### **Working Conditions** - Based in Vancouver, with flexibility to work in-office or remotely. - Out-of-province candidates must support the British Columbia time zone. - Fast-paced, team-oriented environment with frequent collaboration across functions and suppliers. - Commitment to safety, collaboration, and value delivery across the supply chain. - Standard 5x2 schedule (Monday–Friday). We are now recruiting for the position of Advisor, Contract Management - Outline Agreements (OA) with a competitive annual salary of **CAD 83,400 - CAD 111,180**. The offered base salary will be determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies, with consideration to internal equity. Join Newmont’s Supply Chain team and make an impact by optimizing outline agreements and strengthening supplier partnerships across our operations. Apply today and help us deliver excellence and value every day! We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you! The expected salary range for this role is CAD $ 83,400-111,180. This range is tied to the British Columbia market for jobs performed in British Columbia. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and/or experience. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate’s pay history at other jobs, and by law, Newmont will not seek information about pay history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont. Newmont also offers a competitive and inclusive benefits package to support the physical, mental, financial and emotional wellbeing of employees. This role will be eligible for various benefits, including: medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance; health care spending account; life, accidental death and dismemberment, and critical illness insurance; short-term and long-term disability; DC pension; employee assistance program (EAP); wellbeing reimbursement program; tuition reimbursement; and paid time off. All bonuses and benefits are subject to the applicable eligibility and program/plan terms, and may be modified or terminated at Newmont’s sole discretion.

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