Procurement Manager

Our client is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead and manage the procurement function within an established mining operation. The successful candidate will be responsible for the timely and cost-effective sourcing of goods and services while maintaining strong standards of quality, governance, supplier performance and commercial control. This is a hands-on procurement leadership role requiring a strong understanding of the operational demands associated with mining and heavy industrial environments, with particular focus on balancing cost optimisation with the availability of production-critical materials, equipment and services. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with operational and financial objectives. Manage the sourcing, evaluation, negotiation and appointment of suppliers and service providers. Obtain, evaluate and manage quotations and tenders in accordance with procurement procedures. Negotiate competitive pricing, payment terms, service levels and contractual conditions. Manage supplier contracts, pricing agreements and service-level agreements. Monitor supplier performance, delivery timelines, product quality and contractual compliance. Ensure the availability of production-critical materials, equipment, consumables and services. Work closely with Mining, Engineering, Plant, Finance, Stores and other operational departments to determine procurement requirements. Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety, quality or operational continuity. Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier information and supporting documentation. Ensure expenditure remains within approved budgets, procurement policies and delegated authority levels. Support inventory planning and initiatives aimed at reducing unnecessary, obsolete or excess stock. Manage, support and develop procurement team members. Identify and mitigate procurement, supply-chain and supplier-related risks. Promote ethical procurement practices and assist in preventing conflicts of interest, fraud and unauthorised expenditure. Prepare procurement reports and provide relevant commercial information to management. Support transformation, local procurement and supplier-development objectives where applicable. Minimum Requirements Relevant degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Commerce or a related field. Minimum of 5 years' procurement or supply-chain experience, including supervisory or management-level responsibility. Previous procurement experience within mining, engineering, construction or another heavy industrial environment is essential. Strong knowledge of procurement processes, contract management, tender administration and supplier management. Strong commercial, negotiation and analytical capability. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience working with procurement, inventory management or ERP systems. Valid driver's licence. Clear criminal record. Ability to be certified medically fit in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act 29 of 1996. Advantageous Experience Pastel experience. Key Competencies Strong leadership and people-management skills. Commercial awareness and sound financial judgement. Excellent negotiation and communication ability. High levels of integrity and accountability. Strong attention to detail. Ability to prioritise and operate effectively in a demanding operational environment. Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability. Ability to build productive relationships across operational departments and with external suppliers. Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to complete relevant job-related assessments where required. Criminal, reference and qualification verification checks will form part of the recruitment process. If you meet the requirements and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please submit your application through the link provided. Only candidates who meet the role requirements will be contacted.