Contract Manager – Mining & Construction Vendors

Bridgestone EMEA; Lephalale; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgestone is seeking a Contract Manager for on-site operations in Lephalale, South Africa. The role focuses on managing contracts with suppliers and vendors, building strong working relationships, and ensuring capacity, quality, cost and continuity over the long term.

The ideal candidate will have experience in construction or mining, supervisory background, and a valid SA heavy vehicle licence. Knowledge of automotive industry practices is a plus, with a commitment to safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction or mining industries.
• Three years of supervisory experience.
• Valid heavy vehicle drivers’ licence (South African Code 10).
• Prior automotive/mechanical certification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts and relationships with suppliers/vendors.
• Establish and maintain long-term working relationships with clients and suppliers.
• Improve time-to-market and safeguard capacity, quality, cost and continuity.
• Make informed decisions to drive contract performance and risk mitigation.

Skills

Construction experience

Mining experience

Supervisory experience

Heavy vehicle licence

Education

Automotive certificate (Mechanical fitting)

Assessment & Workplace training / Frontline management

Job description

Bridgestone is seeking a Contract Manager for on-site operations in Lephalale, South Africa. The role focuses on managing contracts with suppliers and vendors, building strong working relationships, and ensuring capacity, quality, cost and continuity over the long term.

The ideal candidate will have experience in construction or mining, supervisory background, and a valid SA heavy vehicle licence. Knowledge of automotive industry practices is a plus, with a commitment to safety and efficiency.