Procurement Specialist - Contract Position - Saskatoon

PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST

Denison is redefining mining by Powering People, Partnerships and Passion. We are trailblazers in uranium mining, adopting an innovative climate positive approach to mining by deploying ISR methods and building durable partnerships with Indigenous groups in northern Saskatchewan. As a Certified Great Place to Work, our success is fueled by empowering employees with engaging work, unique development opportunities, and lucrative rewards – resulting in an exceptionally talented, diverse, and motivated team throughout all levels of the organization. Flexible and agile thinking ensures our workplace is one where talent thrives, innovation flourishes, and people have fun leveraging their passions to create powerful partnerships and positive results.

THE ROLE:

Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain, the role of the Procurement Specialist is to provide comprehensive end-to-end execution of the procurement life cycle, specifically in the areas of sourcing, negotiating, contract management, and supplier relationship management. Being cost-conscious and service-oriented, the Procurement Specialist works with organizational leaders to understand business needs to ensure we achieve supply chain goals in a timely manner.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:

You are an experienced and highly skilled Procurement Specialist that has proven success in ensuring that materials, services and supplies are purchased at the best possible price while meeting the required specifications. You are resourceful, enterprising and continuously looking for opportunities to optimize efficiencies and achieve cost savings in support of organizational goals through detailed analysis and review of existing and speculative arrangements. Additional qualifications and attributes include:

1. A minimum of 5 years of progressively complex procurement experience within the mining or natural resource industry.
2. Post secondary education in an applicable related field is required, and procurement or supply chain certification is an asset.
3. High level of proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems and office productivity software, including Microsoft Office Suite and SAP, with a willingness to learn and use other technologies and software as required.
4. Exceptional organizational skills with a keen eye for detail and the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities efficiently and effectively.
5. Demonstrated success in negotiation and contracting activities accompanied by positive supplier relations.
6. Highly skilled in cost analysis and cost management strategies to effectively support key business objectives and requirements.
7. Strong interpersonal skills, financial skills, and research skills that support diligent and transparent supply chain practices and service-oriented partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate, negotiate and influence others.
9. Adept at managing performance against key performance indicators, with a continuous improvement mindset.
10. Strong problem-solving skills combined with a continuous improvement mindset to adapt in a dynamic and changing environment.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Contribute to the creation and implementation of procurement strategies, policies, processes and practices that support Denison’s organizational strategy and optimize operational performance.
2. Develop and maintain a robust supplier database that contributes to efficient procurement activities and aligns to our social governance commitments.
3. Actively participate in or lead supplier evaluation activities to enhance and leverage existing partnerships performance and to develop new supplier opportunities.
4. Proactively engage in supplier relationship management and drive pricing negotiations with suppliers to ensure the best quality, price, and delivery schedules are achieved and ensuring supply chain partners align to Denison’s expectations relating to safety and social governance.
5. Engage in market and product research, forecasting price trends and understanding their impact on future activities for the purpose of making suggestions and developing strategies in the best interests of the Company.
6. Manage the RFQ and RFP processes end-to-end, preparing tender documents, manage purchase requisitions, and review and prepare procurement contracts.
7. Manage day-to-day procurement and supply chain activities, including tracking orders, confirming lead times, monitoring delivery dates, and engaging in timely and collaborative communications with suppliers and supply chain partners and Denison’s internal teams.
8. Contribute to best practices in inventory management and control.
9. Develop, implement and maintain systems and records that are accurate, accessible, and auditable.
10. Participate in, lead or support continuous improvement activities and systems implementations as needed to drive operational effectiveness.
11. Exhibit best practices and behaviors related to both physical and psychological safety for oneself and colleagues by performing all responsibilities and tasks in accordance with the Company’s established policies, protocols, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
12. Perform other duties as assigned or as may be required.

OUR COMMITMENT:

Denison is dedicated to creating employment opportunities for Indigenous individuals and residents of the communities in which we operate. We encourage Indigenous applicants and those from these communities to apply and to voluntarily provide relevant information in their application. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates.

At Denison, we place a high value on diversity of backgrounds and experience. We strive to create an inclusive workforce that reflects a wide range of cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints. Our team members are empowered to excel based on their personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Reasonable accommodations during the hiring process are available upon request. Applicants for this role must be eligible to work in Canada.

This role is being offered as a 15-18 month fixed term contract position and will be based out of Denison’s office in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Denison offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including Health and Dental coverage, Life insurance, Employee Assistance program, Bonus program and a Retirement Savings plan.

TO APPLY:

Submit your resume and cover letter by April 15, 2025, via one of the following methods:

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

OUR COMPANY:

Denison Mines is a publicly traded company and a Certified Great Place to Work with a 70-year legacy of uranium mining, exploration, and development in Canada. The company has an effective 95% interest in its flagship Wheeler River Project, which is the largest undeveloped uranium project in the eastern portion of the prolific Athabasca Basin region of northern Saskatchewan. Denison also owns interests in the McClean Lake uranium mines and mill, the Midwest project, and the Waterbury Lake project. Collectively, Denison has a project portfolio covering ~385,000 hectares in northern Saskatchewan.

For more information visit our website at www.denisonmines.com.