Mining Procurement Specialist - Buyer & Negotiator

Ivanhoe; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Ivanplats (Pty) Ltd, part of Ivanhoe Mines, is seeking a Buyer/Procurement professional for its mining operations in Limpopo. The role focuses on sourcing, negotiating with suppliers, and managing PR/PO processes to ensure timely delivery of goods and services critical to the mining project.

The candidate should have 6+ years in mining procurement, with experience in buying, expediting, tender analysis, and supplier onboarding. Local BBBEE considerations and stringent documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 minimum and a diploma/bachelor in procurement, business or finance preferred.
• 6 years in a procurement role within a mining environment.
• Experience buying and expediting across mining goods and services.
• Strong tenders analysis and supplier negotiation skills.
• Two years as Buyer Assistant in mining industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing for Ivanplats, including sourcing, supplier negotiation, placing orders, and follow-up on delivery.
• Implement and maintain PR/PO procurement systems and document control.
• Ensure supply to site with shortest lead times, balance quality and price.
• Maintain neat, current administration and upload to share drive.
• Evaluate requests fairly and without undue influence.
• Assist suppliers with vendor onboarding and maintain vendor database.
• Support ESD supplies from the ESD Department and provide feedback when requested.
• Prioritize procurement from local suppliers, considering BBBEE and Black ownership, aligned with company targets.

Skills

Procurement experience

Buying and expediting

Tender analysis

Supplier negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Grade 12

Diploma or Bachelor's in Procurement/Business/Finance

6 years in procurement in mining

2 years as Buyer Assistant in mining

Job description

Ivanplats (Pty) Ltd, part of Ivanhoe Mines, is seeking a Buyer/Procurement professional for its mining operations in Limpopo. The role focuses on sourcing, negotiating with suppliers, and managing PR/PO processes to ensure timely delivery of goods and services critical to the mining project.

The candidate should have 6+ years in mining procurement, with experience in buying, expediting, tender analysis, and supplier onboarding. Local BBBEE considerations and stringent documentation are essential.