Senior Contracts Specialist

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  • Ontario
  • $60.00-80.00 per hour
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
OVERVIEWWorkforce Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Specialist to support a mining operation committed to operational excellence, long-term value creation, and a culture grounded in trust, inclusion, and safety.Reporting to the Senior Supply Chain Specialist, the successful candidate will drive contract management best-practice and champion change management initiatives. If you have a solid understanding of contract terminology, possess a business mindset and strong negotiation skills with an ability to work a rotation position (7 days on/7 days off) in Northern Ontario, this may be the right role for you.Why Apply?
  • Be part of a leading gold operation with a strong focus on safety, operational excellence, and sustainability.
  • Join a collaborative and inclusive team culture that values trust, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Competitive hourly rate for a contract position that is a foot in the door with a mining company in its prime
  • Enjoy a strong work-life balance with a 7/7 rotation, competitive compensation, and opportunities for long-term career growth within a respected mining organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead the legal and commercial oversight of all agreements, ensuring suppliers strictly adhere to established terms, conditions, and quality standards.
  • Manage cost controls by auditing invoices, monitoring pricing, and overseeing progress payments, milestones, holdbacks, and mobilization/demobilization costs.
  • Develop strategic supplier relationships and monitor performance through regular reviews to ensure service levels meet internal customer needs.
  • Direct the Field Work Instruction and Change Order processes, taking the lead on resolving commercial non-compliance and claims management.
  • Act as a key partner to production and internal departments, providing guidance on best agreement practices, strategic planning, and scheduling.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for the Supply Chain Team, providing mentorship, setting performance expectations, and identifying future training needs.
  • Maintain accurate, up-to-date contractual documentation and reports to ensure full transparency and compliance with regulatory policies.
  • Collaborate with Global Supply Chain resources to share information while recommending innovative approaches to enhance existing contract methodologies.
REQUIREMENTS:
  • 7+ years of experience supporting contract negotiations and administration in the mining industry.
  • Relevant post-secondary education required and SCMP/CIPS certification an asset
  • Experience with ERP (Oracle) preferred
  • Knowledge of contract management, logistics, transportation, and governmental regulations related to contracts
  • Experience working within First Nation structured arrangement is an asset
  • General knowledge of mining, mechanical, and chemical principles and terminology
  • Excellent attention to detail, organization skills and ability to prioritize responsibilities
Schedule: 7 days on, 7 days off, 12-hour shiftsAccommodations: Full accommodations at remote mine camp settingPay Rate*: $60-$80 per hour (based on experience)*The hourly rate outlined reflects our anticipated compensation for this role; however, total compensation remains flexible and will be aligned with the successful candidate’s background, leadership experience, and overall suitability.

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