Buyer Estimator (REF: IVP- PRO-2611) at Ivanhoe Mines

Suitable candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Experience working with contractors or project-based procurement environments.
• Strong understanding of material pricing, sourcing and supplier management.
• Exposure to ERP systems (e.g. JDE, SAP or similar) advantageous.

    Suitable candidates must have the following work experience

• Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in procurement, buying or estimating within construction, mining or infrastructure environments.

The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not be limited to:

Procurement Support and Execution

• Facilitate sourcing of materials required for construction activities.
• Ensure procurement is conducted through approved suppliers and frameworks where applicable.
• Assist contractors in obtaining competitive quotations and ensuring fair pricing.
• Standardise procurement processes across multiple contractors to ensure consistency and control.  

Cost Estimation and Pricing Support

• Assist in preparing cost estimates for construction work packages.
• Validate contractor pricing to ensure accuracy and alignment with market rates.
• Identify potential cost overruns at early stages and propose mitigation strategies.
• Support Quantity Surveyors in aligning procurement costs with overall project budgets.

Commercial Governance and Control

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and procedures.
• Prevent unauthorised purchasing and ensure proper approval processes are followed.
• Monitor supplier selection to prevent bias, favouritism or potential fraud risks.
• Ensure full documentation and audit trail for all procurement transactions.

Supplier Management and Coordination

• Liaise with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Resolve supply chain issues impacting construction progress.
• Monitor supplier performance in terms of cost, quality and delivery.
• Support development of a reliable supplier base for community contractors.

Contractor Support and Capability Development

• Provide guidance to contractors on procurement processes and best practices.
• Support contractors in understanding pricing structures and cost drivers.
• Assist in building procurement and commercial awareness within local contractors.
• Ensure contractors operate within financially sustainable parameters.

Integration with Project Execution

• Work closely with Construction Manager, Supervisors and QS team.
• Ensure procurement aligns with construction sequencing and schedule requirements.
• Support planning by ensuring materials are available when required.
• Prevent delays caused by procurement inefficiencies.

Risk Management

• Identify risks related to supplier availability, pricing volatility and procurement delays.
• Implement mitigation strategies to ensure continuity of supply.
• Monitor for abnormal pricing trends or irregular procurement patterns.
• Escalate risks that could impact project delivery or cost control.