Contract Specialist

About the position

Our client in the mining industry is dedicated to fostering a high-performance, inclusive, and sustainable workplace. They are seeking a dynamic Contracting Specialist who is ready to grow, contribute, and thrive in a collaborative environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

Key Responsibilities

• Execute the unit operations plan and monitor performance against KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with business processes and drive continuous system improvements.
• Lead the end-to-end contracting process, including negotiation, drafting, execution, and administration.
• Achieve on-time contract availability and increase on-contract spend.
• Monitor contract performance, manage risks, and provide regular reporting.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and resolve contract-related issues promptly.
• Manage supplier performance against SLAs and take corrective action where needed.
• Support budgeting through expenditure tracking, financial analysis, and cost control.
• Ensure SHE standards are implemented, monitored, and maintained.
• Contribute to workforce planning, recruitment (aligned to EE targets), and operational resourcing.
• Support the department's sustainability objectives and ensure environmentally responsible operations.

Requirements

• BCom/BTech in Supply Chain, Procurement, Contracts Management or similar.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management will be advantageous
• CIPS Certification (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) - mandatory.
• Minimum of 5 years' contract management experience in the explosives, manufacturing, or mining sectors.
• Must be willing to travel on site
• Proficiency in MS Office, SAP, and SAP Ariba Contracting.

Desired Skills:

• SAP
• SAP Ariba

Desired Accreditations:

• Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply