Sourcing Overview

Sourcing decisions for goods and services commonly needed in large volumes such as diesel fuel and haul trucks, are often made by Strategic Sourcing Teams. These teams are cross-functional in nature and are composed of key experts that are highly knowledgeable in the good or service area being evaluated. The teams develop buying strategies and often establish company-wide agreements with suppliers. Details of the agreements are recorded in our procurement system so buyers from across the organization can quickly and efficiently purchase what they need.

Sourcing decisions for goods and services not typically required in large volumes, or where local supply proximity is important, are made at the division or plant level. In addition, once suppliers have been qualified and set up in our procurement system, all of the day-to-day buying takes place at the division or plant level.