Senior Sourcing Specialist: Mining Procurement & Strategy

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career development

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo is seeking a Senior Sourcing Specialist to join its procurement team. You will develop and execute sourcing strategies for mining operations, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost efficiencies while ensuring quality and ESG compliance.

The role requires at least 5 years in strategic sourcing within mining/industrial sectors, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency with SAP Ariba or Oracle ERP.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management in mining/industrial sector.
• Proven negotiation skills for complex contracts and large supplier agreements.
• Strong analytical skills with market analysis and TCO modeling.
• Excellent understanding of supply chain principles and risk management.
• Experience with procurement software and ERP systems ( SAP Ariba, Oracle ).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced sourcing strategies for key commodities and services within the mining sector.
• Identify, vet, and onboard new suppliers, ensuring they meet stringent quality, safety, and ethical standards.
• Lead complex negotiations for high-value contracts and long-term supply agreements.
• Analyze market intelligence and commodity trends to inform sourcing decisions and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage and develop strategic relationships with key suppliers, monitoring their performance and fostering collaboration.
• Conduct total cost of ownership (TCO) analyses to ensure the most economically advantageous sourcing decisions.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, industry regulations, and ESG standards.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and project management teams to understand and meet their specific procurement needs.
• Mitigate supply chain risks and develop contingency plans for critical supplies.
• Mentor junior members of the procurement team and contribute to knowledge sharing.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiations

TCO analysis

Market analysis

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP Ariba

Oracle ERP

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo is seeking a Senior Sourcing Specialist to join its procurement team. You will develop and execute sourcing strategies for mining operations, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost efficiencies while ensuring quality and ESG compliance.

The role requires at least 5 years in strategic sourcing within mining/industrial sectors, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency with SAP Ariba or Oracle ERP.