Hybrid Commercial Manager

at Donlin Gold LLC

• Job title: Commercial Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior, Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: ERP
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Anchorage, United States

About the role

• Commercial Manager leading all commercial functions for one of the world’s largest undeveloped gold deposits. Responsible for procurement strategies, contract negotiations, and vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Lead all commercial, contractual, and procurement functions across the project.
• Develop and manage procurement strategies to support the execution of major capital projects and ongoing operations.
• Oversee tendering, bid evaluation, negotiation, and award of high-value contracts for engineering, construction, logistics, and support services.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key vendors, contractors, and joint venture partners.
• Ensure compliance with company contracting standards, governance frameworks, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Monitor contractor performance, manage claims, and oversee contract administration throughout project phases.
• Work closely with Finance, Legal, Technical, and Project Development teams to align commercial strategies with project and corporate objectives.
• Lead cost and contract risk analysis, providing recommendations to senior leadership.
• Build and mentor a high-performing commercial team capable of supporting project execution and transition into operations.
• Represent Donlin Gold in negotiations and stakeholder engagements related to commercial matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or related field.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible commercial, contracts, or supply chain experience, including at least 5 years in the mining, oil & gas, or major infrastructure sectors.
• Demonstrated track record of leading high-value contract negotiations and procurement strategies.
• Strong knowledge of contracting principles, commercial risk management, and supplier performance management.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, large-scale project environment.
• Experience building and leading teams in remote or complex project settings.
• Experience in large-scale mining project development or operations.
• Familiarity with Alaska resource development projects and the regulatory environment.
• Knowledge of ERP and contract management systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, or similar).
• Prior experience working with Indigenous partners, local suppliers, and community stakeholders.
• A post-offer background screening, physical and drug test are required.
• Candidates must possess current authorization to work in the United States.