Procurement Manager/Senior Procurement Officer at Marvel Placement Consultant

Senior Procurement Officer / Procurement Manager

• Our client, a leading mining project developer within the platinum group metals sector, is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Procurement Officer / Procurement Manager to oversee and manage all procurement and supply chain activities for a large-scale open-pit mining operation.
• The position will be based in Rivonia, Johannesburg and will support both corporate procurement functions and operational mining requirements, including periodic engagement with site-based teams and project locations.
• This role forms part of a strategically significant mining development aligned with long-term growth objectives, capital efficiency, and sustainable resource development within a diversified metals portfolio. The role requires a commercially astute professional with strong experience in mining procurement, capital projects, and operational supply chain environments.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Commerce, Engineering, or related field.
• Professional certification (CIPS or equivalent) will be advantageous.
• Minimum 7–10 years’ experience in procurement, with at least 5 years in the mining sector.
• Proven experience in open-pit mining operations and/or large capital mining projects.
• Strong knowledge of procurement systems, ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Solid understanding of mining supply chains, including explosives, heavy machinery, spares, fuel, and contractor services.
• Experience in contract management, tender processes, and vendor negotiations.
• Strong financial acumen and understanding of cost control and budgeting.
• Familiarity with Zimbabwean or African mining regulatory and procurement environments. (advantageous)
• Valid Driver’s License and willingness to travel to remote site locations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Procurement Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with operational and project requirements.
• Align procurement activities with production schedules and capital project timelines.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive value engineering initiatives.

Supplier & Contract Management

• Source, evaluate, and manage a database of approved suppliers and contractors.
• Lead tender processes, RFQs, and RFIs in line with governance and compliance requirements.
• Negotiate pricing, service level agreements, and long-term supply contracts.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure adherence to contractual obligations.

Operational Procurement

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes for mining equipment, consumables, spares, and services.
• Ensure timely procurement to support uninterrupted mining operations.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to forecast requirements.

Cost Control & Budget Management

• Support budgeting processes and ensure procurement spend aligns with approved budgets.
• Track, analyse, and report procurement expenditure and savings initiatives.
• Implement cost control measures without compromising operational efficiency.

Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, mining regulations, and ethical sourcing standards.
• Mitigate supply chain risks including supplier dependency and market volatility.
• Maintain audit-ready procurement documentation and reporting.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with internal stakeholders including operations, engineering, finance, and project teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and service providers.
• Provide procurement insights to support strategic decision-making.