SENIOR SPECIALIST – SOURCING & CONTRACTING at MMG / Khoemacau Copper Mining – July 2025

SENIOR SPECIALIST – SOURCING & CONTRACTING

We are looking for suitably qualified, highly motivated, talented, innovative, hands-on, dynamic team players capable of working both collaboratively, as well as independently. Suitable candidates should possess a high level of integrity, show strong commitment, and express the desire to deliver operational excellence through Zero Harm. The positions are based at the Mine Site located between Maun and Sehithwa in Ngamiland. To be successtul, you must enjoy getting out on site and have the enthusiasm, and interest to work in a remote location, as well as deliver in a multicultural work environment. Only Botswana Citizens May Apply. WOMEN ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

While developing the first fully mechanized underground mine in Botswana, we offer a dynamic and stimulating work environment, great culture, good benefits, a competitive salary and family friendly rosters.

• These are team based, fast paced roles.
• Preferably you will be immediately available / available at short notice.

Closing Date: 1st August 2025. Please note that review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

SENIOR SPECIALIST – SOURCING & CONTRACTING

BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:

To lead, manage, and execute the sourcing and contracting process for goods and services, ensuring value-for-money procurement, compliance with company policies and relevant legislation, while supporting operational efficiency and strategic supplier relationships within the mining environment.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Your key accountabilities include:

• Developing, implementing and managing sourcing strategies that align with operational and project requirements.
• Leading end-to-end procurement processes including market analysis,
  supplier identification,

tendering, evaluation,

negotiations, and contract finalisation.

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating high-value and high-risk contracts, service level agreements and framework agreements in collaboration with legal and technical teams.
• Managing contract lifecycle from inception to close-out, including amendments, renewals, and performance management.
• Identifying and driving opportunities for cost reduction, risk mitigation, and value creation through strategic sourcing
• Maintaining a sourcing pipeline and procurement calendar for critical categories and contracts.
• Ensuring compliance with procurement policies, procedures, corporate governance, and relevant legislation (eg. PPADB, Mines and Minerals Act).
• Facilitating supplier due diligence, onboarding and performance reviews.
• Engaging with internal stakeholders (Engineering, Operations, Finance, Legal, etc.) to align sourcing plans with business needs.
• Providing training and guidance to procurement officers and end-users on sourcing best practices.
• Monitoring supplier market trends and recommend strategic adjustments to sourcing models.
• Tracking and reporting on targets achieved against the business model.
• Ensuring that cost initiatives and benefits, China sourcing and spend, Local supply plans and Procurement and Contracts plans are kept up to date.
• Ensuring procurement best practises are achieved and sole source requests are kept to a minimum.
• Training
  and mentorship of

subordinates to ensure

development and guidance where necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Commercial Law, Business Administration or related field
• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in strategic sourcing, contract management, or procurement, with at least 3 years in a senior or specialist role
• Professional certification in procurement (e.g., CIPS Level 5/6, CPM, CPSM) is an added advantage
• Membership of a recognised procurement or supply chain body (e.g., CIPS, SAPICS) is desirable
• Experience in a mining or large industrial environment
• Proven record in managing complex tendering and contracting processes
• Experience in negotiating with multinational suppliers and local contractors
• Exposure to contract disputes and resolution strategies