Procurement Leader - Mining Ops (Rustenburg, On-Site)

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead the purchasing department, develop strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost savings in mining operations.

You will oversee a team of procurement professionals, ensure compliance, and collaborate with operations, engineering, and finance to meet strategic goals. The role is on-site in Rustenburg.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field.
• 7-10 years in procurement and supply chain, with at least 3 years in management.
• Experience in mining or heavy industry and strategic sourcing.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage procurement strategies aligned with objectives.
• Lead and mentor a team of procurement specialists.
• Oversee end-to-end procurement, including supplier selection and contracts.
• Maintain supplier relationships for quality, delivery, and cost-effectiveness.
• Negotiate contracts and SLAs with major suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations; manage budgets.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and finance to meet goals.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management / Business Administration / Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Engineering degree

MBA / related advanced degree

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement software

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead the purchasing department, develop strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost savings in mining operations.

You will oversee a team of procurement professionals, ensure compliance, and collaborate with operations, engineering, and finance to meet strategic goals. The role is on-site in Rustenburg.