Storekeeper

The Company

B2Gold is a low-cost international senior gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Founded in 2007, today, B2Gold has operating gold mines in Mali, Namibia and the Philippines, a mine under construction in northern Canada and numerous development and exploration projects in various countries including Mali, Colombia and Finland. B2Gold forecasts total consolidated gold production of between 860,000 and 940,000 ounces in 2024.

Position

Storekeeper, Nunavut

Location and Reporting Structure

Reporting to the Manager, Camp, this position will be a fly in- fly out 3x3 rotation based in Nunavut, Canada.

Responsibilities

• Purchase and manage supplies for food orders, maintenance parts, accommodation, and commissary; oversee back-office commissary functions including pricing, product availability, deliveries, and resolving discrepancies;
• Build strong vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective, timely shipments; coordinate with departments to fulfill supply requests while maintaining accurate inventory and troubleshooting issues like vending machine malfunctions;
• Maintain accurate records of all materials, food stores, and supplies in the inventory system while ensuring accountability;
• Monitor stock levels and reorder supplies as needed to avoid shortages;
• Ensure timely and scheduled warehouse deliveries, documenting each shipment with hard copies stored at the office;
• Implement proper storage for supplied goods in accordance with the B2Gold’s Health and Safety requirements;
• Organize and arrange materials in a systematic manner for easy retrieval;
• Manage inventory control by strictly adhering to the FIFO method. Conduct regular inventory checks to ensure alignment between physical and theoretical inventory and maintain signed hard copies of inventory documents in the office;  
• Supervise the expiration dates of products, giving priority to items with shorter shelf lives. Proactively inform relevant Team about approaching expirations to facilitate timely consumption before depletion;
• Minimize spoilage and inventory discrepancies, and take accountability for any instances exceeding the standard level;
• Generate and maintain comprehensive documentation related to inventory, including receipts, issues, and returns; Manage food orders and oversee daily cost control; and
• Ensure the warehouse and working areas are clean and organized at all time; Report any safety concerns or incidents promptly.

Desired Competencies and Requirements

• Three (3) years’ experience as a storekeeper or in a similar role, preferably in the mining or construction industry;
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certification in logistics or supply chain management is an asset;
• Knowledge and experience working with inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite; and
• Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.