Procurement and Purchasing:

·        Source and procure engineering spares, mining equipment components, consumables, tools, and technical services.

·        Process purchase requisitions and convert approved requests into purchase orders.

·        Obtain and evaluate quotations from approved suppliers.

·        Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, and service agreements.

·        Coordinate and ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and delegated authority limits.

·        Support emergency procurement requirements during equipment breakdowns and operational disruptions.

Technical Procurement:

·        Interpret technical specifications, drawings, material descriptions, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).

·        Liaise with maintenance planners, engineers, and end users to clarify technical requirements.

·        Ensure purchased items meet OEM and engineering specifications.

·        Source equivalent and alternative products where appropriate and approved.

·        Assist in standardisation initiatives for engineering spares and consumables 

·        Maintain technical procurement records and supplier documentation.

Supplier Management:

·        Develop and maintain relationships with approved suppliers and OEMs.

·        Monitor supplier performance relating to cost competitiveness; quality compliance; delivery performance, and; service responsiveness.

·        Participate in supplier evaluation and performance review processes.

·        Identify opportunities to improve supplier performance and reduce procurement risk.

·        Support local supplier development initiatives.

·        Conduct supplier premises visits for due diligence purposes.

Inventory and Spare Parts Management:

·        Collaborate with Warehouse and Maintenance teams to maintain optimal stock levels.

·        Monitor critical spares availability and identify potential stock-out risks.

·        Assist in managing slow-moving and obsolete inventory.

·        Participate in inventory optimisation initiatives.

·        Review reorder levels and procurement lead times.

·        Support annual stock counts and inventory audits.

Expediting and Logistics Coordination:

·        Monitor and expedite outstanding purchase orders.

·        Track supplier delivery commitments and proactively manage delays.

·        Coordinate logistics and transportation requirements for mining equipment and components.

·        Ensure imported goods comply with applicable customs and logistics requirements.

·        Communicate delivery status to internal stakeholders.

·        Resolve supplier delivery and quality-related issues.

Cost Management and Commercial Support:

·        Support procurement cost-saving initiatives.

·        Identify opportunities for strategic sourcing and contract optimisation.

·        Assist with annual budget forecasting related to procurement activities.

·        Monitor market trends affecting mining, engineering, and maintenance materials.

·        Ensure value-for-money procurement principles are applied.

·        Contribute to contract negotiations and tender processes.

Governance, Compliance and Risk Management:

·        Coordinate and ensure compliance with company procurement policies; mining industry governance requirements; applicable South African legislation, and BBBEE requirements where applicable.

·        Maintain accurate procurement records and supporting documentation.

·        Coordinate and ensure ethical procurement practices and supplier fairness.

·        Participate in internal and external audits.

·        Identify and mitigate supply chain risks impacting operational continuity.

Reporting and Performance Monitoring:

·        Generate and maintain various procurement reports.

·        Monitor and report on purchase order cycle times; on-time delivery performance; procurement savings; supplier performance; stock-out incidents, and; procurement compliance.

•           Analyse procurement data and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

·   Grade 12 or equivalent

·   Valid South African Driver’s Licence

·   National Diploma NQF Level 6 in Procurement Management/Supply Chain Management/Purchasing Management or an Engineering related qualification (Essential)

·   Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement Management/Supply Chain Management/Purchasing Management or an Engineering related qualification NQF level 7 (Preferred) 

·   CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) membership/registration (Preferred)

•       Minimum of 3 years' experience in the Mining, Engineering or Heavy industrial industries specifically in the Procurement/Supply Chain/Purschasing Management space