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Coeur Mining, Inc. · 3 weeks ago

Purchasing Agent & Expeditor

Coeur Mining, Inc. is a well-diversified precious metals producer based in the U.S., and they are seeking a Purchasing Agent & Expeditor to support procurement activities. This role involves ensuring critical materials are purchased and delivered to maintain operational priorities, particularly during high-demand periods over the weekend.

ManufacturingMineralMiningPrecious Metals
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Stop working for safety concerns and abide by safety best practices, policies, and procedures
Promote safe behavior in all purchasing, freight handling, and transportation activities
Support procurement of OPEX, CAPEX, and MRO goods and services under the direction of Sr. Purchasing Agent and Supply Chain leadership
Work closely with operations, administration, and maintenance departments regarding all purchasing and inventory matters
Process requisitions in a timely and efficient manner
Assist with vendor communication, pricing requests, order acknowledgments, and change orders
Sourcing duties including RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs
Assist accounts payable with invoice reconciliation issues
Serve as primary expediting support during Friday through Monday coverage
Coordinate and perform local vendor pickups, Alaska Air Cargo, and AML freight handling and staging
Track and follow up on open purchase orders requiring expedited delivery
Communicate ETAs, delays, and priority changes to site Warehouse Supervisors and end users
Prioritize freight for crew boat versus barge shipment based on operational needs
Ensure accuracy of Bills of Lading, shipping documentation, AML portal entries, and Oracle transactions
Maintain compliance with DOT Hazmat, customs, and site shipping requirements
Support requisition, purchase order, and expediting activity within Oracle ERP
Provide responsive communication and decision-making support during weekend and off-shift operations
Perform other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

Qualification

Purchasing experienceLogistics coordinationOracle ERPMicrosoft Office SuiteInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsTeamworkPositive attitude

Required

Ability to work safe and promote safe behavior in others
High school diploma or equivalent required
Valid driver's license with clean driving record
2 to 5 years of experience in purchasing, expediting, logistics, or supply chain roles within mining, construction, or heavy industrial environments
Ability to work effectively individually and as part of a team
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work with all levels of the organization
Good written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a team-oriented mindset – being respectful, reliable, and easy to work with is just as important as technical skills
Sets high standards for self and others, builds trust, and takes accountability
Ability to work a Friday through Monday, 4 on / 3 off schedule, including weekends and holidays as required
Ability to safely lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift
Ability to push and maneuver loaded carts and freight across docks, warehouses, and staging areas
Ability to climb up and down gangways, stairs, ladders, and uneven surfaces while handling freight or documentation
Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather, including rain, snow, wind, cold temperatures, and variable marine conditions common in Southeast Alaska
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform physical tasks for extended periods of time
Ability to safely enter and exit vehicles, vessels, and dock areas while wearing required PPE

Preferred

Working knowledge of ERP software, Oracle experience preferred
Preference given to Alaska residents

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Company

Coeur Mining, Inc.

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We are a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing, precious metals producer with five wholly-owned operations: the Las Chispas silver-gold mine in Sonora, Mexico, the Palmarejo gold-silver complex in Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska, and the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota.

H1B Sponsorship

Coeur Mining, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (1)
2024 (1)
2023 (1)
2022 (3)
2021 (2)
2020 (4)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$44M
2024-02-26Post Ipo Equity· $25M
2023-06-21Post Ipo Equity· $19M
1979-08-03IPO

Leadership Team

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Mitchell J. Krebs
President and Chief Executive Officer
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