Procurement & Purchasing Coordinator

The Chrysos commitment and mission:

Here at Chrysos we combine science and software to create technology solutions that are changing the global mining industry; both from a productivity and environmental impact perspective.

Just like atoms and machines, we believe that everyone is different and how individuals come together is what makes us successful. Headquartered in Adelaide and with team members based in Australia, New Zealand, Europe, Africa, Canada, Chile, Suriname and North America, Chrysos Corporation’s diverse team of scientists, engineers and industry specialists are coming together to build technologies to provide rapid, accurate and safe ore analysis for the global mining industry.

The company’s flagship technology, PhotonAssay™, steps around centuries-old chemistry-based assay methods to deliver true ‘atom-counting’ analysis for the measurement of gold and other high-value metals. With successful global installations, Chrysos is taking PhotonAssay™ to customers around the world – Chrysos could take you to places that you might not have even imagined yet. There’s opportunity around every corner and the support to help you achieve your goals.

About the role:

The Procurement & Purchasing Coordinator will join Supply Chain, responsible for procurement, purchasing and logistic activities to support Chrysos’ deployment, maintenance and business operations.

What you will do:

• Raise, manage, and track purchase orders through Chrysos' spares management system, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies.
• Source and evaluate new suppliers, including obtaining quotes, conducting basic market analysis, supporting supplier onboarding, and proactively managing supplier agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues around quality, delivery, or cost.
• Maintain effective relationships with key suppliers and support performance reviews to ensure quality, delivery, and compliance standards are met.
• Support procurement activities by ensuring supplier agreements, certifications, and compliance requirements are up to date.
• Prepare and coordinate requests for quotation (RFQs) and assist in tendering activities to secure competitive pricing and reliable supply.
• Assist in analyzing purchasing expenditure and identifying opportunities for cost optimization.
• Coordinate with logistics and production teams to ensure timely availability of parts and consumables at operational sites.
• Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and logistics service providers to arrange shipments and resolve delivery issues.
• Ensure purchasing and supplier data in ERP systems is accurate, complete, and up to date
• Prepare and provide regular reports on purchasing activity, supplier performance, and spending as required.
• Act as the first point of contact for purchasing requests, ensuring stakeholder needs are met efficiently and compliantly.
• Contribute to strong Safety and compliance culture in all purchasing activities.
• Attending sites across Americas for spares stock takes and supporting maintenance for accuracy of inventory records in our spares management system.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work closely with demand planning, procurement, warehouse, and production to align logistics activities with business needs and production schedules and supply chain processes.
• Support of ESG plan for vetting and auditing providers
• Procurement - identifying and vetting new suppliers, as well as ordering using our spares management system.
• Logistics - Coordinate and arrange import and export shipments based on business requests, including freight bookings, shipment tracking, delivery arrangements, and required shipping and customs documentation, to ensure all items are available on site when required.
• Support the Procurement and Logistics team
• Provide support to local Procurement & Logistic team – International Growth to ensure cross flow of information, continuity of operations and ongoing compliance with statutory and legal compliance
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work closely with procurement, logistics, warehouse, and production to align logistics activities with business needs and production schedules.
  

Who you are:

Essential

• Demonstrated experience in a procurement, purchasing, and logistics, ideally within a global supply chain environment.
• Proven direct purchasing experience, including raising and managing purchase orders, supplier engagement, and compliance with company policies.
• Knowledge of import/export procedures and working with related authorities, including documentation such as Certificates of Conformity and pre-shipment inspections.
• Data-driven approach with the ability to analyse purchasing and inventory data to inform decisions.
• Technical aptitude to develop a general understanding of the PhotonAssay™ system and associated spare parts.
• Commercial acumen to balance cost, quality, and service outcomes while maintaining strong supplier and stakeholder relationships.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to resolve supplier issues effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a strong customer service orientation.
• Commitment to workplace health, safety, and compliance.
• Familiarity with office productivity software such as SharePoint, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Slack, and web-based tools.
• Canadian working rights.

Desirable

• Experience in a heavy industrial, mining, or technology manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with ERP (NetSuite).
• Exposure to global operations and multi-site procurement support.

Who we are (Our values):

• Safety is a Non-Negotiable - Safety isn’t just a value — it’s our way of life. It’s about creating a culture where physical and psychological safety are top priorities. We speak up, challenge assumptions, and hold ourselves accountable to protect one another.
• One United Team – We thrive on trust, respect, and empathy. By embracing each other’s unique contributions and supporting one another, we build collective strength to solve problems, celebrate wins, and grow together.
• Delighted Customers – Our customers, both internal and external, are at the heart of everything we do. By listening, understanding, and acting with care, we consistently go above and beyond to deliver exceptional experiences.
• Always Improving – We are curious, courageous, and committed to progress. Every challenge is an opportunity to grow, and every step forward builds toward something extraordinary. Making or doing things better isn’t just a goal — it’s our mindset.

Why Join Us: Your Rewarding Career Awaits

At Chrysos, we value our team members and offer a supportive and dynamic work environment. Here's what we have in store for you:

• Flexibility and wellbeing initiatives to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunities to work with groundbreaking equipment that's transforming the mining industry and reducing its environmental impact.
• Collaboration with industry experts and the chance to grow and develop professionally.
• Exciting career prospects and room for advancement.

If this opportunity aligns with your career goals, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply through the link below and let's explore the potential of working together.

Join Chrysos and be part of an innovative team that's shaping the future of mining technology!