Strategic Sourcing Manager

Epiroc; Krugersdorp; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Sourcing Manager at Epiroc in Krugersdorp, ZA, onsite. You will lead a high-performing sourcing function, drive localization, optimize suppliers, and deliver cost improvements to support operational excellence and sustainable growth.

Your mission includes developing sourcing strategies, strengthening the supplier base, and implementing performance management while collaborating with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Leadership teams. Closing date: 29 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, business administration or procurement.
• 8-10 years' experience in strategic sourcing or similar leadership roles within mining, manufacturing, or heavy industries.
• Proven track record in establishing sourcing functions and optimizing supplier networks.
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills with stakeholder engagement capability.
• Experience with ERP systems, sourcing analytics and cost optimization initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the strategic sourcing agenda aligned with business objectives.
• Review and strengthen the supplier base to improve quality, delivery, cost, and continuity.
• Drive cost-saving and total cost of ownership improvements through negotiations and projects.
• Establish a fit-for-purpose sourcing structure with clear roles and accountability.
• Lead localization initiatives by identifying and developing local suppliers while minimizing risk.
• Build strong supplier partnerships and implement robust performance management processes.
• Identify and mitigate sourcing risks while ensuring responsible sourcing and governance.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Commercial awareness

Supplier management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Sourcing analytics

Supplier performance management

Job description

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Strategic Sourcing Manager

Functional area: Supply Chain & Sourcing

Onsite or Remote: Onsite

Country/Region: ZA

Location: Krugersdorp, GP, ZA, 1740

Company name: Epiroc

Join us as a Strategic Sourcing Manager, you will play a critical role in establishing and leading a high-performing sourcing function that supports operational excellence, supply chain resilience, and sustainable business growth. You will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, optimizing the supplier base, delivering cost improvements, driving localization initiatives, and building a sourcing organization that supports the company's long-term growth ambitions.

Your Mission:

• Develop and lead the strategic sourcing agenda, ensuring alignment with business objectives and operational requirements.
• Review, optimize, and strengthen the supplier base to improve quality, delivery performance, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity.
• Drive cost-saving and total cost of ownership improvement initiatives through supplier negotiations, sourcing projects, and value engineering activities.
• Establish a fit-for-purpose sourcing structure with clear roles, accountability, and capability development across the sourcing function.
• Lead localization initiatives by identifying, qualifying, and developing capable local suppliers while minimizing supply risks.
• Build strong supplier partnerships and implement robust supplier performance management processes to support underground business KPIs.
• Identify and mitigate sourcing and supply chain risks while ensuring compliance with responsible sourcing, sustainability, and governance requirements.
• Collaborate closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Business Leadership teams to support operational excellence and business growth.

Your Profile:

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Procurement, or a related field.
• 8-10 years' experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Category Management, or Supply Chain leadership roles within mining, manufacturing, engineering, or other heavy industrial environments.
• Proven experience establishing sourcing functions, optimizing supplier networks, and implementing sourcing best practices that deliver measurable business value.
• Strong commercial, negotiation, supplier management, and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to challenge traditional ways of working and drive continuous improvement.
• Experience with ERP systems, sourcing analytics, supplier performance management, and cost optimization initiatives.

Closing Date: 29 October 2026

Why Epiroc?

By joining our team, you’ll make a big difference in the energy transition. At Epiroc, we take pride in being passionate innovators, driving the change toward a brighter future for both people and the planet. Guided by our values of Collaboration, Commitment, and Innovation, we foster a culture of trust, growth, and lasting impact.

Epiroc is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring we maintain a diverse and inclusive culture. To prevent any possible unconscious bias, please remove any personal/identifiable information e.g., photo, ID number, address, date of birth from your application.

Epiroc is a global productivity partner for mining and construction customers and accelerates the transformation toward a sustainable society. With ground-breaking technology, Epiroc develops and provides innovative and safe equipment, such as drill rigs, rock excavation and construction equipment and tools for surface and underground applications. The company also offers world-class service and other aftermarket support as well as solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification. Epiroc is based in Stockholm, Sweden, and employs approximately 18,200 people supporting customers in around 150 countries worldwide. Learn more at www.epirocgroup.com .

It all starts with people. The world needs metals and minerals for the energy transition and our cities and infrastructure must be developed to serve a growing population. To succeed, we need to speed up the shift towards more sustainable mining and construction industries. We at Epiroc accelerate this transformation, together with customers and business partners in more than 150 countries, by developing and providing innovative and safe equipment, digital solutions, and aftermarket support.

All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for those who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. In Epiroc we attract, develop, and retain diverse talent valuing authenticity and unique perspectives, driving our spirit of innovation. We foster an inclusive culture where diversity isn't just a goal but a part of our values and way of working. This is how we do business for a sustainable future.Learn more at www.epiroc.com