Procurement Manager - Mining

Galaxy Gold Reefs invites suitably qualified and experienced candidates to apply for the position of Procurement Manager.

Location: Barberton, Mpumalanga

Industry: Mining

Reporting to: General Manager / Financial Manager

The Procurement Manager will be responsible for managing the Company’s procurement function, ensuring the timely and cost-effective sourcing of goods and services while maintaining appropriate quality, governance and supplier-performance standards. The successful candidate must understand the operational demands of a mining environment and be able to balance cost control with production-critical requirements.

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 and evaluate quotations and tenders in accordance with Company procedures.

· Negotiate favourable pricing, payment terms, service levels and contractual conditions.

· Manage supplier contracts, pricing agreements and service-level agreements.

· Monitor supplier performance, delivery times, 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 departments to determine procurement requirements.

· Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety, quality or operational continuity.

· Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier information and supporting documentation.

· Ensure compliance with approved budgets, procurement policies and delegated authority levels.

· Support inventory planning and assist in reducing unnecessary, obsolete or excess stock.

· Manage and develop procurement personnel.

· Identify and mitigate procurement, supply-chain and supplier-related risks.

· Promote ethical procurement practices and prevent conflicts of interest, fraud and unauthorised expenditure.

· Compile procurement reports and provide relevant information to management.

· Support the Company’s transformation, local procurement and supplier-development objectives where applicable.

Minimum Requirements

· A relevant degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Commerce or a related field.

· At least five years’ procurement or supply-chain experience, including experience at a supervisory or management level.

· Previous procurement experience within the mining, engineering, construction or heavy industrial sector is essential.

· Sound knowledge of procurement processes, contract management, tender administration and supplier management.

· Strong commercial, negotiation and analytical skills.

· Computer literacy, including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience using procurement, inventory or ERP systems.

· A valid driver’s licence.

· Clear criminal record.

Competencies

· Strong leadership and people-management ability.

· Commercial awareness and sound financial judgement.

· Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

· High levels of integrity, accountability and attention to detail.

· Ability to prioritise and perform effectively under operational pressure.

· Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

· Ability to build effective working relationships with internal departments and external suppliers.

The successful candidate will be appointed on the condition of being certified medically fit as per the Mine Health and Safety Act 29/1996.

Pay: R60 000,00 - R75 000,00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Barberton, Mpumalanga: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelors (Required)

Experience:

• Procurement management: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person