Procurement Specialist - Mining

J&T Business Consulting; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual performance reviews

Job summary

J&T Business Consulting in Crawley is seeking a Procurement Specialist with mining sector expertise to source, negotiate, and manage purchases of mining equipment, parts, and services for international clients.

You will oversee end-to-end procurement cycles, RFQ evaluations, supplier terms, and complex logistics to ensure cost-effective, timely delivery for underground and open-pit operations, liaising with global vendors and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of procurement experience in mining equipment and consumables for underground and open-cast mines.
• Global sourcing experience for international clients and regions including Africa, Middle East, and the Americas.
• Solid knowledge of Incoterms, international shipping documents, customs clearance, and global supply chain logistics.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and attention to detail when analyzing multi-line technical proposals.
• Advanced Excel and MS Office skills for data analysis and margin calculations.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing & Negotiation: Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with global suppliers to secure competitive pricing, optimal lead times, and high quality for mining equipment, parts, and consumables.
• RFQ & Proposal Management: Review client RFQs to verify commercial and technical compliance, producing comprehensive proposals.
• Stakeholder Management: Liaise with international mine operators, vendors, freight forwarders, and internal teams to manage expectations and order fulfilment.
• Contract & Order Execution: Execute purchase orders and contracts; ensure accurate confirmations and documentation for expediting teams.
• Supplier Performance: Assess vendors on technical capability, financial credibility, delivery reliability, and safety compliance.

Skills

Mining sector experience

Global sourcing

Incoterms

Logistics coordination

Negotiation

Excel

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title:

Procurement Specialist – Mining Sector

Position Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Hours:

37.5 hours per week

Role Overview

A leading UK-based global procurement service provider is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Procurement Specialist with direct expertise in the mining sector. In this role, you will source, procure, and supply a diverse selection of materials, heavy machinery, and services for international mining clients across both underground and open-pit operations. You will manage end-to-end purchasing cycles, evaluate technical RFQs, negotiate supplier terms, and coordinate international logistics to ensure cost-effective, timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Sourcing & Negotiation: Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with global suppliers to secure competitive pricing, optimal lead times, and high quality for mining equipment, parts, and consumables.
• RFQ & Proposal Management: Review client Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to verify commercial and technical compliance, producing comprehensive, clear, and competitive customer proposals.
• Stakeholder Management: Liaise directly with international mine operators, vendors, freight forwarders, and internal teams to manage expectations and ensure seamless order fulfillment.
• Contract & Order Execution: Execute purchase orders and supplier contracts; ensure accurate order confirmations, compliance documentation, and seamless handover to expediting teams.
• Supplier Performance: Assess vendors based on technical capability, financial credibility, delivery reliability, and adherence to safety and industry standards.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Direct Sector Experience: Minimum 3 years of procurement experience specifically handling mining equipment, machinery, and consumables for underground and open-cast mines.
• Global Sourcing: Proven track record quoting and sourcing for international clients, particularly across Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas.
• Trade & Logistics: Solid working knowledge of Incoterms, international shipping documentation, customs clearance, and global supply chain logistics.
• Technical & Commercial Acumen: Strong negotiation ability, contract management skills, and sharp attention to detail when analyzing multi-line technical proposals.
• Software Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel for data analysis and margin calculations.
• Eligibility: Must currently reside in the UK with the ability to reliably commute daily to the Crawley head office.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive salary with annual performance reviews