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Supervisor Materials Management

Supervisor Materials Management

GOLD FIELDSWestonaria Local Municipality, Gauteng, South Africa
30+ days ago
Job description

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This is an opportunity to bring your expertise to a dynamic and engaged team of professionals, working together to become the beacon of pride for our people, our communities, our stakeholders, and our shareholders.

At South Deep, we value each person’s individual and collective contribution and support your ongoing development, helping you to achieve your career and our business aspirations.

Job Details

  • Job Grading : C Upper
  • Department : Commercial Services
  • Site : South Deep Gold Mine

The Supervisor : Materials Management ensures optimal procurement, storage, and distribution of materials for the operations, adhering to safety, risk and compliance standards. This role optimises warehouse processes, maintains accurate inventory data, and manages supplier relationships for timely material availability, whilst implementing best practices.

Minimum Requirements

  • Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 equivalent qualification
  • Certificate or Diploma in Materials Management or related
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience on a supervisory level within the Materials Management Environment, preferably within the mining industry
  • Comprehensive component knowledge of mining machinery and equipment
  • Be declared medically fit for the position and environment, as determined by a risk-based medical examination at the Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre and pass a Heat Tolerance Screening test, and such other tests as may be required to assess the applicant’s suitability for employment
  • Key Competencies

  • Proven personal safety record
  • Sound interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain a robust team and business relationships through ongoing engagement and collaboration
  • Storekeeping / store control certificate
  • Proven track record of warehouse monitoring and stock control
  • Working knowledge of MS Office, Material Management Systems and SAP
  • Proven diagnostic, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
  • Strong planning, prioritisation, and organisational skills
  • Display a high level of motivation and has a strong work ethic
  • Display a high level of attention to detail and ensure accuracy in work
  • Able to handle conflict, work under pressure and manage time effectively
  • Duties and Responsibilities

  • Ensure Health and Safety of self and team members by applying relevant standards and procedures in all planning and execution of activities
  • Perform inspections in accordance with the MHSA regulations and company standards
  • Contribute to the culture of Zero Harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by legislation, Health & Safety policies and procedures and by the application of specific instructions to own work area and task completion
  • Enable efficient service delivery to Gold Field’s internal and external stakeholders
  • Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Manage teams, suppliers / stakeholders in accordance with agreed SLA’s ensuring optimised delivery to the business
  • Manage and coordinate direct materials management requirements and execute in accordance with Gold Fields’ policies and procedures
  • Plan and optimise warehouse and materials management activities to enable business continuity
  • Administer data in the materials management system, uphold the integrity of the stock data, and ensure that accurate information is available on reservations issued, stock received and current stock levels
  • Participate in the audit of materials management processes and remedy findings to ensure best practice and mitigate risks
  • Closing Date : 25 November 2025

    Please note that the Gold Fields code of conduct strictly prohibits the exchange of any payment as part of its recruitment process.

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    Gold Fields is committed to advancing Employment Equity (EE) through our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) values. We encourage Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) and differently abled candidates to apply.

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