Company Overview Established in 1890, Boart Longyear is the world’s leading provider of drilling services, orebody knowledge technology, and cutting-edge, safe, and productivity-driven drilling equipment. With its main focus in mining and exploration activities spanning a wide range of commodities, including copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium, and other metals and minerals, the Company holds a substantial presence in the energy, oil sands exploration, and environmental sectors.
The Global Drilling Services division operates for a diverse mining customer base with drilling methods including diamond coring exploration, reverse circulation, large diameter rotary, mine dewatering, water supply drilling, pump services, production, and sonic drilling services.
Our People At Boart Longyear, people are our most important asset, and we understand that the best ideas are developed because of collaborative efforts between individuals with diverse backgrounds, opinions, and perspectives; That is why we are committed to diversity and inclusion in our work teams, fostering environments free of discrimination and harassment, where everyone feels free to present their opinions and be heard.
Our Vision Boart Longyear’s vision is to be the global industry leader in safety, drilling innovation and productivity.
Our Values Our success as a business depends on how we operate. The 'how' is the distinctive way in which we conduct our business, guided by our values of Integrity, Health & Safety, Teamwork & Diversity, Customer Focus and Sustainability.




The Purchasing Officer purchases materials and services in direct support of ongoing drilling operations. This role reports to the Canada Supply Chain Manager. The incumbent will have full accountability for all purchasing and materials ordering of 3rd party and Boart Longyear manufactured product for Operational and Maintenance requirements, ensuring the business strategies and plans are delivered in the safest, most efficient and effective way. Key measurements of success include: cost reduction, order management, and on-time delivery of goods and services.
The position is a full-time, permanent position based out of Haileybury, ON.
Annual Salary: $60,000-90,000
Job Responsibilities Issues purchase orders to approved suppliers on behalf of BLY for goods and services after obtaining required approvals.
Ensures purchase orders are issued through ERP system and current PO status and delivery dates are maintained.
Communicates with suppliers regarding open purchase orders to ensure on-time and accurate delivery of goods and services.
Ensures competitive bids are secured from approved suppliers to obtain the best prices, quality, and on-time delivery.
Coordinates with accounting, suppliers and others to resolve issues related to purchase orders and implements permanent solutions.
Ensures all suppliers are on BLY approved supplier list.
Meet with potential suppliers to negotiate pricing and set up buy opportunities for certain products.
Analyzes costs, identifies opportunities and implements changes to reduce zone costs.

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📌 Operations Leadership · Operations Purchasing Agent Haileybury , · 1 month ago (Manitoba)
🏢 Boart Longyear
📍 Manitoba