Purchasing & Logistics Coordinator

Closing Date: October 11, 2026

Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site

About Red Dog

Red Dog Operations is both the largest critical minerals mine in the United States and one of the largest zinc mines in the world. In 1982, Red Dog was developed through a partnership between Teck and the land-owner NANA, an Alaska Native corporation owned by the Iñupiat of northwest Alaska. The partnership between Teck and NANA ensures real benefits for the local Iñupiat community, while recognizing there is still more to do as we advance our commitment to sustainable practices and meaningful engagement.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Superintendent Materials Management, the Purchasing & Logistics Coordinator is accountable for overseeing the effective operations of the Procurement and Logistics teams, which includes the purchase of various items and materials including production commodities, capital equipment, MRO materials and supplies at the least TCO for the company.

Rotational Schedule will be 2 weeks on-site with 2 weeks off-site

Responsibilities:

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
• Ensure that purchase orders issued are complete in every respect and that they accurately describe the goods or services required by the Company; that the legal requirements have been reviewed and all necessary approvals have been acquired
• Accountable for the efficient use of Tecks sealift shipping assets
• Establish reliable business relationships with suppliers to ensure quick response to Red Dog’s needs and to keep abreast of new products, services and technologies
• Air, Truck, Rail and Sealift Logistics Management; Effective logistics planning. Coordinating activities with purchasing to achieve acceptable on time delivery performance and lowest TCO
• Communicate effectively with operations and services supervision to keep abreast of and respond to their needs
• Responsible for providing leadership to the Purchasing, Logistics, and Container Management groups
• Negotiate, develop and maintain supply agreements with preferred suppliers and manage supplier relationships
• Develop an understanding of Red Dog Mine Operations and the equipment associated with it
• Schedule deliveries of purchases that make the most economic use of Sealift
• Accountable for all operational aspects of Sealift
• Explore markets for new sources of supply, which may reduce costs and improve quality
• Communicate with vendors and carriers to expedite the delivery of commodities and arrange for all freight traffic to and from the Mine
• Negotiate favorable purchase terms, pricing, warranties and terms of payment, etc.
• Review purchasing policies and procedures to determine if opportunities exist to improve cost, deliveries and services
• In conjunction with the Logistics personnel, The Purchasing and Logistics Coordinator ensures that suppliers and carriers adhere to the specific instructions and shipping regulations, and arranges for customs clearance of materials
• In conjunction with the Materials Management Superintendent, The Purchasing and Logistics Coordinator will set department and employee individual objectives and performance targets consistent with the overall objectives of the company and will evaluate each individual employee’s performance annually
• In conjunction with the Materials Management Superintendent, the Purchasing and Logistics Coordinator will develop individual employee training and development plans
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related required along with 5+ years of relevant experience. 12+ years of relevant experience in a similar role required in lieu of degree
• APICS or ISM certifications preferred
• Strong Excel and Access skills
• Experience in mining or heavy industry environment preferred
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated skills required for leading in a team environment

Working Conditions:

• Access: Fly in, fly out
• Schedule: We offer a two-weeks on / two-weeks off rotational schedule to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Accommodation: Our modern facilities, including dedicated spaces for group and individual physical activities, weights, cardio equipment, movie rooms, theme nights, and modern accommodation complexes. All meals are provided, making it easier for you to focus on your work and well-being.
• Culture: At Red Dog, we believe in fostering a safe and healthy environment for all our employees. We are proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace and will include a drug test as part of our hiring process.

Why Teck

At Teck, your work matters — to the world, to our communities and to your future.
As a leading Canadian resource company, we focus on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We do this guided by our values that, together, form The Teck Way. At Teck, you’ll find purpose-driven work, a culture of respect and inclusion, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping build a better world.

Apply with us

Take the next step in your career by applying for the Purchasing & Logistics Coordinator role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance, paid sick leave, vacation days, and a 401k plan. Our two-weeks on/two-weeks off schedule is designed to provide a better work-life balance for our employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Accommodations are available upon request, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We appreciate all applicants’ interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Requisition ID: 54564 | Job Category: Supply Chain & Procurement | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Location: Red Dog | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site