Senior Procurement Specialist

Neo Energy Materials; Jakarta Selatan; On-site; IDR 700,000,000 - 1,000,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Neo Energy Materials seeks a senior procurement leader to identify, evaluate, and develop reliable suppliers for direct materials, including minerals, chemicals, and equipment used in HPAL operations.

The role leads the Direct Material Sourcing Team, develops sourcing strategies aligned with mining and smelter needs, manages vendor selections, negotiates terms, and drives ESG-compliant procurement while collaborating with operations, finance, and sustainability teams to achieve cost optimization

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in procurement or sourcing, preferably mining/HPAL.
• Experience in supplier selection, strategic sourcing, and contract negotiation for relevant commodities.
• Strong knowledge of direct materials used in nickel mining and HPAL operations.
• Fluency in English and Mandarin for international communications.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable suppliers for direct materials, including minerals, chemicals, spare parts, consumables, and equipment.
• Develop sourcing strategies aligned with mining operations, smelter production requirements, and long-term business objectives.
• Manage transparent vendor selection processes, including RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs.
• Conduct supplier due diligence, technical and commercial evaluations, and contract negotiations.
• Monitor vendor performance, maintain scorecards, and implement corrective actions when necessary.

Skills

Supplier evaluation

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Vendor management

ESG compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Vendor management software

Job description

• Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable suppliers for direct materials, including minerals, chemicals, spare parts, consumables, and equipment.
• Develop sourcing strategies aligned with mining operations, smelter production requirements, and long-term business objectives.
• Manage transparent vendor selection processes, including RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs.
• Conduct supplier due diligence, technical and commercial evaluations, and contract negotiations.
• Monitor vendor performance, maintain scorecards, and implement corrective actions when necessary.

3. Cost & Supply Chain Risk Management

• Secure competitive pricing and favorable commercial terms while maintaining quality standards.
• Monitor market trends and price movements for nickel industry commodities.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate procurement and supply chain risks.

4. Compliance, Governance & ESG

• Ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies, anti-bribery standards, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain accurate, transparent, and audit-ready procurement documentation.
• Apply a strong understanding of ESG principles and relevant compliance frameworks in supplier evaluation and sourcing decisions.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with mining operations, smelter production, finance, and other relevant departments.
• Ensure sourcing strategies support operational requirements and the company’s long-term business goals.
• Lead and develop the Direct Material Sourcing Team to achieve procurement targets and operational excellence.
• Enhance team capabilities and drive continuous improvement in procurement efficiency and cost optimization.

Qualifications & Requirements

• *Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum 7 years of experience in procurement or sourcing, preferably within the mining or HPAL smelting industry.
• Proven track record in supplier selection, strategic sourcing, and contract negotiation for relevant commodities.
• Experience in EPC project procurement is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of direct materials used in nickel mining and HPAL smelting operations.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, commercial, and stakeholder management skills.
• Good understanding of ESG principles, supplier sustainability assessments, and relevant compliance frameworks.
• Familiarity with ERP procurement modules and vendor management systems.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive team performance and cost optimization.

Language Requirements

• Proficient in English and Mandarin, both written and spoken, to communicate effectively with international suppliers and stakeholders.