Strategic Procurement Lead - Mining & Industrial Ops

PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk; Sulawesi Barat; On-site; IDR 167,400,000 - 279,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk is seeking a Procurement Manager to support the CFO by overseeing procurement operations, supplier performance, and OPEX monitoring. The role focuses on cost efficiency, policy compliance, and effective use of shareholder-funded resources at the Morowali site.

You will lead supplier sourcing, contract administration, and procurement negotiations, ensuring timely PO processing, accurate invoicing, and rigorous record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in procurement preferably within the mining, industrial, or heavy equipment sector.
• Experience in vendor sourcing, supplier evaluation, contract administration, and procurement negotiation.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills with the ability to monitor procurement spending, budgets, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems
• Fluent in Bahasa Indonesia, English and Mandarin (written and spoken)
• Demonstrated leadership capability and effective working relationships across functions.
• Willing to be placed in Morowali site location.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement of goods and services related to TSF (Tailing Storage Facility) operations, including equipment, materials, and contractors.
• Coordinate and supervise procurement activities to ensure timely processing of purchase requests and compliance with procurement procedures.
• Monitor operational expenses against approved budgets and highlight variances, risks, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage vendor sourcing, evaluation, negotiation, and contract administration to ensure supplier performance and competitiveness.
• Maintain procurement records, vendor documentation, tender/quotation files, and approval workflows in accordance with internal control requirements.
• Review and approve purchase orders, verify invoices, and coordinate with Finance for accurate and timely payment processing.
• Prepare periodic procurement, vendor performance, and operational expense reports for the CFO and relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, internal controls, audit requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Identify and implement procurement process improvements and cost optimization initiatives.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Negotiation

Budget monitoring

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk is seeking a Procurement Manager to support the CFO by overseeing procurement operations, supplier performance, and OPEX monitoring. The role focuses on cost efficiency, policy compliance, and effective use of shareholder-funded resources at the Morowali site.

You will lead supplier sourcing, contract administration, and procurement negotiations, ensuring timely PO processing, accurate invoicing, and rigorous record-keeping.